Technician, Maintenance 4, MTO

Basic Function

LyondellBasell is searching for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for our High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) manufacturing facility located in Matagorda, TX, 13 miles south of Bay City, TX. Mechanical maintenance technicians are tasked to apply their mechanical expertise daily to provide mechanical repairs, perform preventative maintenance and reliability improvements on plant equipment and piping to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the site's production lines, increase plant onstream time and reduce operating costs.  This is accomplished by executing assigned work according to plan and schedule, noting any job plan deviations, and providing input on improvement opportunities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Accountable for personal safety, the safety of co-workers and promoting a safe work environment; responsible for carrying out all work activities in compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.
• Provide technical expertise to assist in the installation, acceptance testing, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of unit mechanical equipment.  
• Execute scheduled work by: 
  • Reviewing assigned job scopes for completeness and understanding.
  • Acquiring all necessary parts, tools, and instructions prior to starting the job to maximize work efficiency.
  • Following all necessary safety procedures and practices to isolate, clear, and work on plant equipment.
  • Ensuring work is completed per company and industry standards.
  • Working with equipment owner to complete task in a safe and timely manner.
  • Updating supervisor on job progress and any problems encountered in completing the defined scope of work.
  • Completing all documentation using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Respond to tasks as directed by maintenance supervision with the appropriate sense of urgency to minimize impact to process units.

Min. Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as an industrial millwright; in addition, prefer at least one of the following: 
  • Journeyman Millwright from a recognized apprenticeship program
  • NCCER Industrial Millwright certification
• The candidate must have a working knowledge of:
  • Equipment design and application for various types of machinery: turbo machinery, process pumps, reciprocating compressors, process fans, and rotary feeders 
  • Laser alignment technology and their application
  • Mechanical drawings, P&ID's, and mechanical seal drawings
  • Precision measuring tools
• The individual must possess effective organizational and communication (verbal & written) skills and must be able to interface with all personnel on-site in a positive, clear, and collaborative manner.
• The successful candidate must possess independent decision-making skills, a high degree of ownership, and be able to work autonomously. 
• Must possess good housekeeping standards. 
• Must be willing and able to provide overtime coverage and work plant call-outs.
• Must be willing and able to stand and walk for extended periods of time as well as frequently bend, reach, and lift.
• The candidate must be willing and able to work outside, year-round under various weather conditions. LyondellBasell’s chemicals plants and refinery are 24-hour, 365 days per year operations.
• The candidate must be capable of climbing (scaffolds, towers, vessels, etc.).
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in a confined space and from elevated platforms.
• Able to wear appropriate protective equipment.

Competencies