I & E Mechanic

About the Company

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries, with 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion. Eastman is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.

Responsibilities

• Understand permit procedures (general, hot, and entry)
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair chemical plant instrumentation and equipment including low and high voltages, valves, transmitters, controllers, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Investigate equipment failures to determine root cause and recommend and implement appropriate solutions to eliminate or reduce failures
• Assist in the review, development, and implementation of site preventative maintenance programs
• Participate in the planning and execution of chemical plant turnarounds
• Take callouts and work turnaround to keep the plant operating at present or full rates
• Keep abreast of new methodologies, work practices, software, and technology for application and use within the plant
• Fill out completion forms on scheduled orders and provide information to the Scheduler to maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the maintenance group
• Assist in entering and completing management of change (MOCs)
• Enter notifications as work is noticed to maintain a fully functional plant

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical degree or certification highly recommended
• Previous experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or related manufacturing environment
• A strong background in control and instrumentation, including valves, transmitters, controllers, and DCS systems
• Experience with electronic and digital process control systems, related loop equipment, electric motors, high voltage equipment, and control circuitry
• Familiarity with methods of level, temperature, pressure, and flow measurement, as well as knowledge relating to pneumatic and electronic instrumentation
• Practical knowledge relating to electrical distribution, motors and motor control, conduit and wiring practices, lighting, and grounding, as well as familiarity with the National Electrical Code (particularly for hazardous locations)
• Process analyzer experience a plus
• Basic understanding of process operation (start-up, shutdown, flows, and ability to set priorities)
• Ability to read blueprints
• Must complete all required training per the St. Gabriel Maintenance Department Training Schedule
• Be a proactive safety leader; set and maintain high safety standards

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in environmental conditions, which at times include extreme heat or cold
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction and pass any medical examination associated with the use of PPE
• Lift 50 pounds from floor to waist; push and pull 50 pounds horizontally
• Carry 20 pounds while walking
• Climb stairs and ladders
• Extend arms through normal range of motion while standing and squatting
• Ability to serve on emergency response team/fire brigade