Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Combined Craft Mechanic

Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all next generations – and that's exactly what you can do joining us! Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.

Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that's a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you'll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings. You'll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who – as part of one of the world's leading coating resins companies – serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.

Job Details Hourly Wage: $42.87/hour.

Work schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional Saturdays may be required. Benefits: 2 weeks' vacation (prorated this year); 3 sick days; 11 holidays a year;
Local Bonus Plan;
Full medical benefits offered; 401K company match up to 6% (dollar for dollar).

Position overview We are looking for a hands-on and versatile Combined Craft Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of plant equipment and infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient operations. You will work closely with supervisors, team leads, and cross-functional teams to support maintenance activities, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment, solving mechanical challenges, and being a key contributor to plant reliability and safety, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities Install, inspect, dismantle, repair, and maintain plant equipment, including piping systems, pumps, valves, and emergency services equipment, ensuring proper alignment, testing, and functionality. Fabricate, layout, construct, alter, and repair piping, structural steel, wooden structures, and minor refractory or concrete/cement structures. Conduct inspections on plant equipment such as gearboxes, slings, hoists, cranes, and rigging systems, supporting maintenance and repair activities as needed.

Remove and replace insulation as part of assembling, disassembling, and repairing pipes and fittings. Support WWTP operations when required, including operating presses and performing tasks not requiring certification (e.g., installing liners in waste roll-offs). Utilize appropriate tools, equipment, and devices to complete assigned tasks, including operating automatic welding machines when qualified. Ensure clear communication and coordination with departments and plant personnel, maintaining accurate updates and documentation as needed.

Follow all safety and environmental standards, procedures, and regulations, while assisting other crafts and performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Required skills and experience 3–5 years of experience in piping and/or equipment repair. Experience with local technical standards related to process piping, heat exchangers, pressure vessels and storage tanks. Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is a plus. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines on a multitude of tasks. Ability to quickly assess problems and able to process workable solutions.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Welding certification required. Physical Requirements Ability to exert up to 40 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 30 lbs. frequently. Significant standing and walking required. Vision must be good or corrected to normal to perform job duties. Hearing must be sufficient to understand and process information. Ability to read and write in English to complete documentation and follow instructions.

We offer We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career. Equal Employment Opportunity allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities.