Mechanical Maintenance Technician

The Tacoma Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facility located at the Port of Tacoma in Tacoma, WA, plays a pivotal role in the region's energy landscape. The facility serves as a provider of cleaner fuel alternatives for Alaska's maritime vessels, as well as residential and commercial customers of Puget Sound Energy by supplying essential natural gas reserves, ensuring reliable service even during the most frigid winter days.

This multifaceted facility stands as a key contributor to both environmental sustainability and energy security in the Pacific Northwest.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician at the Tacoma LNG facility plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant systems, including pumps, compressors, valves, and cryogenic equipment. This position is responsible for performing preventative, corrective, and condition‑based maintenance while strictly adhering to safety protocols, permit‑to‑work procedures, and operational standards. The role also involves supporting plant efficiency through equipment monitoring, collaboration with operations and engineering teams, and contributing to continuous improvement and special projects as directed.

• Carry out mechanical maintenance work across plant systems to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous operations
• Comply with all site safety standards, including proper application of lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and personal protective equipment
• Execute work in accordance with permit‑to‑work requirements, including hot work, confined space entry, and atmospheric testing protocols
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment availability and performance
• Analyze equipment issues and apply effective corrective actions to restore functionality in a timely manner
• Inspect, overhaul, and reassemble a wide range of mechanical equipment, including pumps, compressors, valves, and rotating machinery
• Apply condition‑based maintenance techniques, including vibration monitoring and precision component replacement
• Assist in maintaining LNG and cryogenic systems, including piping, valves, and regasification equipment
• Monitor equipment and systems for leaks or abnormal conditions and take appropriate action to ensure system integrity
• Operate material handling and lifting equipment safely to support maintenance and operational activities
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and rigging equipment to safely and efficiently complete assigned tasks
• Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean, orderly, and serviceable condition
• Support overall plant efficiency by using materials effectively and completing work assignments productively
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including knowledge sharing and training support
• Perform additional assignments and project work as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or plant management

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and receives general direction from plant management. This role involves interfacing with contractors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) personnel to ensure necessary support and coordination.

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

The LNG facility environment may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, cryogenic temperatures, extreme…