1. Provide the best possible experience on our site 2. Collect statistics to optimize site functionality Mechanical Maintenance Technician page is loadedMechanical Maintenance Technician Apply locations Vermont - Florence time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR014165 Join Omya and Build Your Career in Precision Industrial Maintenance. Are you passionate about precision work and high-quality craftsmanship? Omya is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Maintenance Technician who excels at troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial equipment with meticulous attention to detail. If you thrive in a collaborative, safety-focused environment and are eager to advance your skills with state-of-the-art tools and technologies, we want you on our team. What You’ll Do • Embody Omya’s core values: Modesty, Courtesy, Integrity, and Perseverance. • Maintain a safe, organized workspace and uphold our zero lost time injury goal by following all safety regulations and company procedures. • Perform detailed inspections, troubleshooting, and precision repairs on plant mechanical equipment, ensuring all work meets exacting standards. • Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.) to diagnose, align, and repair equipment to tight tolerances. • Accurately document all maintenance activities, including detailed measurements and corrective actions, to support equipment reliability and compliance. • Communicate clearly with other departments on job status, timelines, and resource needs to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. • Safely perform equipment rigging and work at heights using scaffolding, man lifts, and ladders. • Conduct thorough safety and mechanical inspections before and after each task, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues. • Respond promptly to emergency call-ins (nights, weekends, holidays), taking ownership of resolving issues and ensuring plant operations continue smoothly. • Continuously seek opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce repair frequency through proactive, precision-focused maintenance. • Embrace ongoing learning, including advanced diagnostic technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasound. • Perform other duties as assigned, always with a focus on quality and safety. What You Bring • Proven experience in industrial maintenance, with a strong emphasis on precision work and mechanical aptitude. • Detailed documentation and record-keeping • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics for accurate assembly, disassembly, and preventive maintenance. • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable work. • Self-motivation and a proactive approach, holding yourself to the highest standards. • Physical ability to perform tasks involving standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling in challenging environments (exposure to dust, noise, heat, solvents, and lubricants). • Willingness to learn and apply new technologies in predictive maintenance and diagnostics. Expertise in: • Millwright and machinist tasks • Industrial Maintenance (large pumps, crushers, belt conveyors, screw conveyors, fans, air compressors, boilers, motors, gearboxes, agitators). • Pipe fitting and welding/cutting • Precision measurement and alignment (calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges, dial indicators). Why Omya? • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package • Opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and advancement in precision maintenance and advanced diagnostics • A collaborative, supportive work culture that values your contributions and encourages continuous improvement • Access to modern tools, precision instruments, and innovative technologies • The chance to make a real impact by ensuring the reliability and efficiency of critical plant operations Ready to take your precision skills to the next level? Apply today and become a vital part of Omya’s tradition of excellence. Hourly pay range: $36 - $40 per hour Omya Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Thinking of tomorrow. Together When you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise and experience to make a difference to people's lives. Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and how we can develop mineral products to solve them. This is a collaborative environment where people work towards common goals, with a common purpose Making life better through our passion for minerals and chemistry Our purpose, combined with our values ofmodesty, courtesy, integrity and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. Our values are relevant to our lives, not just our work. All Omya employees, partners and suppliers are bound by aCode of Conductwhich reflects our values and guides our behavior.
See More Details >>Primary Job Scope: Mechanical and Structural Design of Process Equipment Qualifications: • Ability to adhere to project deadlines • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Must be self motivated and well organized • Respect and adhere to all legal confidentiality agreements with Applied Chemical Technology and associated clients • Ability to maintain an effective, courteous, and tactful relationship with other employees and clients • Must be willing to travel (including international travel as needed) • 4-year bachelor degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) Experience: • 5 years in the field of Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Experience in a related field • In taking information or internal process data and develop fabrication concepts and detailed drawings • In project services such as cost estimating and cost control • Must be proficient in Solid Works, AutoCAD. Excel and Word • With fertilizer plants and custom equipment, helpful • In structural and concrete design • Familiar and ability implement designs to ASME BPVC and AWS D1.1 Codes • With power transmission design, including bearing and speed reducer selection General Description of Work: • This job will encompass all areas of Mechanical and Structural Design Services and Cost Estimates. Job Duties: Will include, but not be limited to, the following: • Will report to the Director of Mechanical Design • Estimating equipment cost • Mechanical and structural design of process equipment • Project timelines • Assist with mechanical assembly, troubleshooting and start-up of equipment Physical Demands: As necessary to carry out essential duties and responsibilities, requiring: • Occasional lifting or handling of equipment and tools • Climbing stairs and ladders Hours: 40 hrs/week; must be able to work on short notice and work extra hours, including weekends, if needed. Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, 401k, annual leave and other available after probationary period ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer E-mail resume to: hr@appliedchemical.com Apply Online
See More Details >>MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHLOCATION: Florence, ALThe Mechanical Maintenance Tech Helper position is responsible for assisting highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site's business goals and objectives.Essential FunctionsPerform and assist with highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment.Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.Perform mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.Ability to troubleshoot 3 phase motors, electrical sensors & photo eyesTroubleshoot Basic PLCRequired Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.1-2 years of manufacturing experiencePAY RATE: $18.00-$19.00 based on experienceSHIFT: Times will vary between 5AM-5PMHEALTH BENEFITS AVAILABLE
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Florence, AL, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the latest data, the mechanical trade sector in Florence, AL, employs approximately 2,300 skilled workers, with average weekly wages ranging from $700 to $900. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 10% growth in employment for mechanical trades from 2022 to 2032, highlighting the robust demand for skilled mechanical professionals. Vocational schools, unions, and industry platforms facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential annual earnings exceeding $40,000 for experienced professionals.
