Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright)

About the role

Ketjen Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Albemarle Corporation, is seeking a Maintenance Millwright. The position will be based out of the Bayport site located in Pasadena, Texas. You will play a role in powering many of the world’s largest and most critical industries, from energy and communications to transportation and electronics, contributing to innovative catalyst solutions for petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries.

Requirements

• Experience in safe in‑plant maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment
• Highly experienced in close tolerances and use of dial indicators, dial calipers, micrometers and other precision measuring equipment achieving measurements down to .0001"
• Good verbal communication skills
• Past history of excellent quality results in daily work activities
• Must be motivated and self‑directed
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment
• Good written and electronic communication skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of Journeyman Millwright experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical and laser alignment systems
• Ability to work straight nights 9/80 schedule
• Ability to complete daily equipment documentation
• Ability to interpret drawings and manuals

Preferences

• Working knowledge of both pump and conveyor functions
• Working knowledge of hydraulic pumps, motors, reactors and actuators
• Thorough understanding of how bearing condition, alignment, structural support, and piping stress affect equipment MTBF
• Understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance procedures
• Working knowledge of the purpose and installation of mechanical seals
• Working knowledge of lubrication best practices
• Basic knowledge of mag‑drive pumps
• Basic knowledge of lathe, milling machine, drill press and other machine shop duties
• 2‑Year Technical Degree in Mechanical field or NCCER Millwright Certification
• Experience in repair and maintenance of rotary kilns
• NCCCO Certified Crane Operator
• Experience working on air compressors

Responsibilities

• Safe maintenance and repair of mechanical rotating equipment
• Proper handling and installation of mechanical seals
• Interpretation of mechanical designs and maintenance manuals
• Use of a wide variety of hand, portable, and stationary power tools
• Demonstrate root cause analysis approach to failures and generate reports accordingly

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally

Schedule

Ability to work straight nights 9/80 schedule.