Syensqo · 1 day ago
Maintenance Mechanic
Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. They are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the maintenance and performance of plant equipment while adhering to safety standards and practices.
BatteryBiotechnologyChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrial
Responsibilities
Utilize the CMMS to set job tasks based upon direction from the Maintenance Coordinator, including closing work orders on a routine basis
Work with Production Technician, to trouble shoot maintenance issues with equipment
Assure that proper turn back of equipment is conducted upon completion of a maintenance task, including housekeeping, equipment set up and documentation processes
Assure tools and equipment used is properly maintained, cleaned, serviced, stored and inspected
Maintain plant equipment to maximize plant’s performance
Maintain the plant’s fire protection systems, process systems, cooling and potable water systems, APSA nitrogen generating system, process equipment, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer distribution systems and WWTU systems
Maintain the plant’s steam boilers systems
On call as scheduled and in the event of a major equipment issue
Perform maintenance work in a safe, efficient and effective manner to return equipment to service
Perform rigging of equipment in and out of place using a boom truck, fork lift, plant crane
Maintain plant rotating equipment including rebuilding, alignment, preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance duties
Taking measurements, laying out work, obtaining needed materials, cutting, threading, flange installation, soldering copper, Welding carbon, galvanized and stainless steel, and gluing plastic pipe
Applying masonry materials, epoxies, concrete, mastics, and other construction materials
Rebuilding pumps, setting mechanical seals, aligning rotating equipment, refurbishing valves, shimming, and leveling
Fabricating simple parts (e.g. bracing, bollards, holders, railings, brackets)
Managing maintenance work orders on a CMMS
Maintaining site preventative maintenance schedules
Managing email communication
Utilizing plant electronic and hard file maintenance documentation systems
Selecting and requesting parts from the plant CMMS
Use oxyacetylene torches as they apply to burning, cutting, and welding of carbon and stainless steel materials
Use electrical arc welding equipment for the welding of steel materials, using both inert gas arc welding (TIG) and stick welding equipment
Select the proper type and size of welding rod to be used
Familiar with the common types of electrical devices that operate plant equipment. This includes: motors, starters, circuit breakers, push button switches, grounding, extension cords, and lighting
Familiar with agitators, back flow preventers, bearings, blowers, air compressors, cooling towers, drives, fans, filters, fire protection sprinkler systems, fittings flanges, forklift trucks, gaskets, general carpentry, hoist, lubrication, maintenance shop equipment, man lifts, mechanical seals, piping, plant vehicles, plumbing, pressure vessels, pumps, regulators, safety relief devices, scales, steam traps, tanks, valves, scrubbers, and other mechanical equipment as needed
Utilize portable and hand tools safely including proper tool maintenance
Skilled in basic equipment rigging, hoist usage, crane operations, trenching, tractor and fork lift operations
Be able to prepare sketches, read and understand blueprints, drawings, maintenance repair manuals, and specification sheets
Qualification
Required
Utilize the CMMS to set job tasks based upon direction from the Maintenance Coordinator, including closing work orders on a routine basis
Work with Production Technician, to trouble shoot maintenance issues with equipment
Assure that proper turn back of equipment is conducted upon completion of a maintenance task, including housekeeping, equipment set up and documentation processes
Assure tools and equipment used is properly maintained, cleaned, serviced, stored and inspected
Maintain plant equipment to maximize plant's performance
Maintain the plant's fire protection systems, process systems, cooling and potable water systems, APSA nitrogen generating system, process equipment, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer distribution systems and WWTU systems
Maintain the plant's steam boilers systems
On call as scheduled and in the event of a major equipment issue
Perform maintenance work in a safe, efficient and effective manner to return equipment to service
Perform rigging of equipment in and out of place using a boom truck, fork lift, plant crane
Maintain plant rotating equipment including rebuilding, alignment, preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance duties
Taking measurements, laying out work, obtaining needed materials, cutting, threading, flange installation, soldering copper, Welding carbon, galvanized and stainless steel, and gluing plastic pipe
Applying masonry materials, epoxies, concrete, mastics, and other construction materials
Rebuilding pumps, setting mechanical seals, aligning rotating equipment, refurbishing valves, shimming, and leveling
Fabricating simple parts (e.g. bracing, bollards, holders, railings, brackets)
Managing maintenance work orders on a CMMS
Maintaining site preventative maintenance schedules
Managing email communication
Utilizing plant electronic and hard file maintenance documentation systems
Selecting and requesting parts from the plant CMMS
Use oxyacetylene torches as they apply to burning, cutting, and welding of carbon and stainless steel materials
Use electrical arc welding equipment for the welding of steel materials, using both inert gas arc welding (TIG) and stick welding equipment
Select the proper type and size of welding rod to be used
Familiar with the common types of electrical devices that operate plant equipment. This includes: motors, starters, circuit breakers, push button switches, grounding, extension cords, and lighting
Familiar with agitators, back flow preventers, bearings, blowers, air compressors, cooling towers, drives, fans, filters, fire protection sprinkler systems, fittings flanges, forklift trucks, gaskets, general carpentry, hoist, lubrication, maintenance shop equipment, man lifts, mechanical seals, piping, plant vehicles, plumbing, pressure vessels, pumps, regulators, safety relief devices, scales, steam traps, tanks, valves, scrubbers, and other mechanical equipment as needed
Utilize portable and hand tools safely including proper tool maintenance
Skilled in basic equipment rigging, hoist usage, crane operations, trenching, tractor and fork lift operations
Be able to prepare sketches, read and understand blueprints, drawings, maintenance repair manuals, and specification sheets
Maintain a high standard of safety and safe work practices, including keen working knowledge of process safety, personal safety and plant life critical procedures
Knowledge of general and specific maintenance disciplines usually gained through a technical associate degree in mechanical disciplines
High school graduate or equivalent education
A minimum of 3-5 years experience in the mechanical field
Trouble shooting skills including failure investigation
Knowledge of risk assessment and reduction processes
Knowledge in the use of all types of maintenance tools, machinery and other equipment for used to maintain the facility
Benefits
16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
Training platform for all employees
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
Company
Syensqo
Syensqo is a developer of chemical solvents for industries like aerospace, automotive, food, and agriculture and for the end user customers. It is a sub-organization of Solvay.
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Funding
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$1.54B2025-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.36B
2024-04-26Grant· $178M
2023-12-11IPO
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