Maintenance Technician – Ethanol Plant

Maintenance Technician – Ethanol Plant (260017G)

Maintenance Technician will be responsible for repair and maintenance of plant equipment to ensure maximum production quantity and quality and support the company’s policies, goals, and objectives.

• Participate in the plant maintenance program.
• Repair or replace plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Communicate directly with the production and shipping/receiving departments to coordinate maintenance and repair work.
• Work with the engineering department, external contractors and vendors to implement installation of new equipment or systems.
• Assist with diagnosing and trouble‑shooting maintenance related issues.
• Assist with new installations and other projects as requested by supervisor.
• Know and understand city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment, and work in a safe manner to ensure these regulations are met at all times.
• Work a schedule that occasionally requires overtime or call‑in as required.
• Participate in plant turn‑arounds.
• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Participate in Health, Safety and Environmental programs.
• Complete work orders as assigned.

High school diploma or GED required.

• Two years experience in the maintenance or repair of industrial equipment (pumps, valves, compressors, conveying equipment, etc.) required.
• Able and willing to work on‑site and in‑person required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Welding experience on carbon/stainless steel.
• Experience in the maintenance functions of a dry‑mill ethanol plant.
• Experience in the use of hand and power tools.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.