Maintenance Mechanic at Thatcher Company, Inc.

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, PLC, HMI, Instrumentation, Control Systems, Forklift Repairs, Boilers, Water Treatment Systems, Rotating Equipment, Piping Fitting, Welding, Technical Drawings, Safety Protocols, Communication Skills, Team Environment

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Job Location: Thatcher Company Inc - Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $30.00 - $32.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Plant Mechanic/Plant Maintenance Technician Thatcher Company, Inc., founded in 1967 in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a financially robust and diversified chemical manufacturer with a steadfast commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and superior customer service. With over 500 employees across 15 locations in the USA, the company prioritizes employee success through its fully funded Profit-Sharing Plan, reflecting its continuous profitability and dedication to staff welfare and loyalty. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Plant Mechanic/Plant Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation and maintenance of our plant's equipment. The successful candidate will be entrusted with a range of responsibilities, from executing projects assigned by the Plant Manager and Operations Lead to maintaining a variety of mechanical systems. Essential Job Functions: · Complete projects as assigned by the maintenance manager. · Successfully maintain plant assets and mechanical systems minimizing down-time and maximizing equipment utilization and equipment life · Ability to think on your feet and change direction at a moment’s notice · Ability to own work processes and meet deadlines · Successful history of working in a team environment · Ability to work safely with strict adherence to established company policies, safety protocols, OSHA requirements and industry safety practices · Good communication skills, demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions (verbal and written) · Ability to understand, interpret and follow technical construction and mechanical drawings and plans. · Ability to use hand tools and other chemical plant machinery safely (JLG, forklifts etc.) · Ability to work safely in a variety of climates (hot/cold, dry/humid, snow) Qualifications Required Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · 5+ years’ experience with a high level of competency in a general maintenance environment · Priority will be given to candidates with experience in the following order: Electrical (PLC, HMI, instrumentation, and general control systems), Mechanics (forklift repairs, boilers, water treatment systems), Rotating equipment (pumps and compressors), Piping Fitting (Steel, PVC), Welding, · Knowledge and competence of basic computer functions (Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel) · Ability to understand, interpret and follow technical construction and mechanical drawings and plans. · Read, write, and understand the English language. · Prior experience in a chemical or Petro-chemical manufacturing environment preferred but not required. · U.S. citizen or permanent resident status. Preferred Qualifications Experience with chemical manufacturing processes. Experience using, following and completing work orders. Skills in operating and maintaining forklifts. Proficiency in various processes such as tote filling, railcar offloading, and moving. Physical Abilities Capability to work in diverse weather conditions (snow, cold, rain). Ability to lift objects weighing 50-100 pounds. Stamina to climb ladders and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

The Plant Mechanic/Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining plant assets and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and maximize equipment utilization. This includes completing projects assigned by the maintenance manager and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.