Maintenance Technician - Chevron

Total Number of Openings

Chevron Renewable Energies is accepting online applications for the position of Mechanic Technician located at Seneca, IL through October 23rd, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. CST

The successful candidate will be responsible for and assist with performing the maintenance of all equipment in the factory, identifying and ordering spare parts, working with contractors to maintain and upgrade the plant, and improving the reliability of the plant. Also, to ensure that the plant is maintained in a safe and clean condition.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Maintain the Plant

• Perform corrective maintenance, adjustments, and emergency repairs

• Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, overhaul, and upgrades of plant electrical, safety, and instrumentation equipment

• Perform predictive maintenance work

• Write and update work orders and other information in the computerized maintenance management system

• Write Requisitions for  parts and materials

• Be available for call-outs

• Assist in Turnaround Project planning and scheduling

• Perform failure analysis, and suggest and implement improvements.

• Learn new skills as needed to maintain the plant

• Work closely with engineering group and outside contracted vendors to meet deadlines and complete capital improvement projects

• Assist operations as needed

• Operate equipment such as fork trucks, man lifts, etc.

• Assist maintenance, engineering, and operations management as needed

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience between 1-5 years. Strong technical background

• Be available for daily work and overtime as required

• Ability to use office equipment (computer, copy machine, calculator, etc.)

• Basic computer skills including; Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a process plant or production environment experience in biofuels, petrochemicals & refining preferred

• ISA Certification

• I&E  Technician associate degree or advanced training

• CMRT (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician) or CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional)

• Demonstrate attention to detail

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to provide technical expertise as required

• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and in a timely manner to meet deadlines

• Disciplined self-starter with good organizational skills

• Work independently or with others as a team to complete assigned projects

• Awareness of new technical developments and ability to apply new knowledge to the processes in place at Chevron-Renewable Energy Group

• Team Work and good organizational skills

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments won't be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Physical and Stress Considerations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position involves medium to high stress levels during testing procedures and analyzing reports to communicate information to co-workers. The position also requires standing, climbing, working in a hot plant environment, manual dexterity to input and access information through a computer terminal, frequent math and algebraic calculations, and moderate analytical ability. Successful candidates must have the ability to lift and carry at least 75 lbs.

Requires good general physical ability to move freely throughout facilities.  Extended periods of time walking, standing and other physical activities related to achieving job responsibilities.  Good vision and hearing, corrected to normal for managing operations for safety in job functions.

Standing -                                    Frequent (34% to 66%)

Sitting -                                        Frequent (34% to 66%)

Walking -                                     Frequent (34% to 66%)

Bending/Stooping -                    Occasional (1% to 33%)

Reaching above shoulders -             Occasional (1% to 33%)

Kneeling -                                   Occasional (1% to 33%)

Pushing/Pulling                          Occasional (1% to 33%)

Climbing -                                  Occasional (1% to 33%)

Repetitive hand movements        Frequent (34% to 66%)

Weather Considerations

This position may require extended and flexible working hours to ensure effective operation. Requires ability to move freely throughout the facilities, directing and coordinating a variety of activities. Occasionally exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, feedstock, dust, and medium to high noise levels within the building due to running equipment.   Potential exposure to chemicals, and hazardous materials used in the biodiesel process.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

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