Position: Welder Maintenance Technician
Shift: Monday to Friday (40 hours + overtime)
Reports to: Plant Manager
Hourly Rate: $32/hour
The US hourly rate for this position is $32.00 + benefits. Hourly rates are determined by role, level, and location. The hourly rate displayed on each job posting reflects the starting rate for new hires for the position. Rates may also be determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. More specific rate factors for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process, as some facilities are subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements. Please note that the compensation details listed in the US roles postings reflect the hourly rate only, and do not include benefits, pension contributions or additional incentives such as overtime and shift premiums.
Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services. At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.
About this Role and About You
Welder Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting and assisting the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the facility in a safe and environmentally friendly manner, carry out the priorities identified by the Maintenance Supervisor and Lead Maintenance Technician while maintaining the capacity to accomplish secondary and tertiary routine maintenance and repair items with little to no supervision. You will be an active participant in effective collaboration between the team and management. Leadership skills are needed to aid in direction, training and comradery of the maintenance team.
Welding duties include design and fabrication of structures, piping, and supports to include both controlled environment and field welding. Repair and restoration of industrial equipment. Equipment includes industrial machinery supporting site specific equipment including pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, valves, support structures and other various piping system components.
Due to the hazardous nature of the chemicals being handled and stored, this position requires an extremely safety conscientious individual with a highly developed safety attitude and safety focus combined with the ability to demonstrate a high and sustainable focus on attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Accomplish maintenance evolutions, in support of the Maintenance Supervisor and Lead Maintenance Technician, performing all work as a cohesive crew which troubleshoots together, learns together, and safely & efficiently operates the plant
Plumbing, pipe fitting, assembles, installs, maintains pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems, applying knowledge of system operation, and following blueprints: allowing for conformance to specifications, holes, and obstructions.
Maintains hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment used in plant processes.
Assembles and installs variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, tubes, and fittings, including iron, stainless steel, steel, Teflon, copper, and plastic. Connects pipes, using threaded, bolted or cemented joints using hand-tools.
Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment based on observation of machinery and applying knowledge from past experience.
Ability to pipe fit and weld stainless steel (TIG) and ferrous piping systems.
Leads and contributes to the team and the whole facility in a positive way
Provides input to organizing crew tasks, maintaining work standards, and resolving issues with team members
Liaison with operations to ensure maintenance support tasks/preparations are completed for work to be done
Provides guidance to crew in maintaining and monitoring equipment to ensure efficient and safe operation
Provide plant housekeeping leadership. Assist Maintenance Supervisor to set expectations and ensure all are contributing to a neat, orderly, and safe work environment
Organize, maintain, and inventory repair facilities, parts storage warehouse, tools and equipment
Carry our diverse skilled activities involving the repair and maintenance of equipment and facilities; designate and monitor the work of personnel in order to achieve the completion of diverse tasks
Ensure adherence to Chemtrade safety practices and principles
Exemplify and promote Chemtrade professional standards and expectations
Provide scheduled and emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
Perform troubleshooting on and restoration of mechanical and electromechanical systems including pneumatic and hydraulic piping systems, associated valves, centrifugal pumps, gear boxes, and support equipment.
Read and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
Follow operating manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and sketches.
Utilize precision measuring equipment and devises.
Comply with OSHA safety and health rules.
Replacing and/or repairing valves, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, mechanical seals, motors, precise fabrication/repairs of pipes, gates, staircases, and tanks.
Leads/coordinate/support contractor activity
Other duties as assigned.
Environmental, Health & Safety Responsibilities:
Promote a safe work environment and directs all tasks with the focus of ensuring the safety of the crew
Clearly understands management system procedures including hazard analysis, incident management, drug and alcohol policy, management of change, hazmat, and emergency response and ensures the maintenance team follows all procedures and practices
Participates in training assessments, safety inspections, and housekeeping audits, Safe Work Permits, LOTO/ECP, Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s), PHA’s
Responsible for timely resolution of safety concerns on site within scope of expertise
Mentor and participate in life critical skills assessments and training
Ensures safety training tasks/certifications are completed on time
Qualifications
Knowledge
Proficient in Stick, MIG, and TIG welding (Certification by American Welding Society is a significant benefit)
Must be able to pipe fit/fabricate and weld (TIG) stainless steel pipe and associated support structures
General weld repair of equipment
Experienced with GMAW, GTAW and SMAW welding process and equipment
Knowledge of reliability based preventative and corrective maintenance concepts
Competencies
Proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
Technical and logical competency regarding safety and production equipment.
Respectful of team members and provide role modeling of all company values
Experience in plant operations, repair, safety, quality, and environment procedures and tasks
Commitment to safety principles and operational efficiency
Punctual, reliable, and responsible
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
Open to learning and improving skills as a leader
Ability to communicate clearly and explain and organize tasks with personnel
Ability to multitask
Conduct duties with a high level of positivity
Decisiveness in decision making
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
The physical demands are in place to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
Push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to 50 pounds.
Ability to spend long periods of time walking and standing.
Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated environments
Ability to climb stairs and ladders (including vertical)
Work Environment
Must be able to perform under the following conditions:
Shift: Monday to Friday (40 hours + over time)
On Call for emergent repairs nights and weekends
Work in awkward of confining spaces
Work in elevated places
Work in outdoor environment
