Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities
 

• Safely perform industrial mechanic work as required, including construction, repairs, maintenance, installation, modification, inspections, & troubleshooting of rotating equipment 
• Work will be performed on pumps, blowers, compressors, bearings, valves, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, hydraulic systems, boilers, pressure vessels, storage tanks, machine shop tools and other industrial equipment.   
• Take precision measurements including laser alignment
• Review and follow all safety rules, procedures, and practices 
• Actively participate in all Health, Safety, Environmental and Security training, policies, and programs 
• Use of SAP Plant Maintenance Module for documenting maintenance work
• Complete assigned work safely and per Eastman timeline and standards, identifying any deviations and providing input on areas for improvement 
• Must have a good understanding of internal customer service and a sense of urgency 
• Collaborate well with other individuals both inside and outside the Maintenance department to ensure the success of site operations
   

Qualifications

Education and Experience
 

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Candidates with a degree or certificate in a maintenance related field or who have equivalent industrial/military experience are strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience performing maintenance of mechanical equipment in an industrial (not commercial) facility is required. Experience in a chemical or petrochemical manufacturing facility is a plus.
• Qualification as a mobile crane operator (less than 17 tons) is a plus
   

Required Qualifications
 

• MUST HAVE A ZERO-INCIDENT MINDSET
• Strong mechanical aptitude with trouble-shooting ability
• Understand and be proficient at taking precision measurements, including precision laser alignment
• Working knowledge of drawings and P&IDs 
• Must exhibit a strong work ethic, be dependable, and show initiative and ownership
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing
• Flexibility in approach to task and openness to change
• Must have PC skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience in SAP is a plus
   

Physical Requirements
 

• Work outdoors, year-round, in all types of weather conditions
• Work at elevated heights including columns up to 100 ft 
• Must have eye-hand coordination, use of both hands for gripping and twisting, mobility in climbing steps and ladders, working in confined spaces, squatting, standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and pushing/pulling 
• Must be able to pass a physical (including drug test) and wear a respirator. 
• Ability to serve on plant Emergency Services Team, if needed