Maintenance Technician (Day Shift)

Reports to: Plant Manager

About the role

The Maintenance role is to support production operations as their primary goal. Additionally, the maintenance worker will address open work orders that are prioritized by the production manager and work on larger maintenance projects and tasks with the maintenance supervisor.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Training and development programs
• Employee Recognition: Real-time appreciation with personalized rewards
• Time Off: Generous PTO and paid sick leave
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision for employees and families
• Security: Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance at no cost to employee
• Retirement: 401(k) participation

Responsibilities

• Planning of maintenance tasks
• Responsible for contractors on site.
• Plan and oversee equipment turnarounds
• Apply basic electrical and electronic principles in the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plant systems
• Troubleshoot and maintain plant electrical and electronic equipment to competent level including operator interfaces, PLCs, process controllers, power supplies, etc.
• Make minor repairs on general plant machinery such as fans, blowers, conveyors, belts, mechanical, and screw conveyors
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, and program VFDs and PLC systems
• Install and maintain switch gears, control wiring and components, over-current and overload protection for plant motors including three phase systems
• Read, update, and build electrical schematics and documentation

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in maintenance, electrical, or mechanical fields preferred.
• 2+ years in industrial maintenance (manufacturing, chemical processing, or recycling); pyrolysis experience a plus.
• Essential: Building/plumbing/electrical repairs, industrial 480V wiring, Mig/Arc welding, fabrication.
• Preferred: Controls troubleshooting experience.
• Strong grasp of schematics, blueprints, hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and ability to work independently while prioritizing safety.
• Physically able: Lift 50 lbs, Work at heights, Handle industrial exposures (PPE provided).
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and learning.
• Positive attitude
• A reliable team player who works well with minimal supervision
• Strong communicator—able to share information clearly with peers and leaders
• A problem-solver with good decision-making skills
• Computer literate (basic email and control system use)
• Mechanically inclined and eager to learn new skills
• Forklift experience is a plus; ability to obtain certification is required

Working Conditions

• This role operates within an active chemical recycling plant that includes exposure to carbon black, liquid hydrocarbon oils, and vapor streams.
• Protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators) will be required in designated areas.
• The facility includes indoor and outdoor operations, elevated equipment access, and industrial-grade processing equipment