Mechanical Maintenance Technician I, II, or III
LANXESS Corporation · Kalama, WA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $70k–$132k
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at LANXESS Corporation (industrial) in Kalama, WA. Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotating and fixed mechanical equipment and process machinery.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- ISO 9001, SAP, EHS / safety
- Base pay
- $70k–$132k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live reliability postings in Washington.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (4+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 59%
- PLC 41%
- Welding 28%
- ✓ EHS / safety 21%
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Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Execute assigned mechanical maintenance work, including pipefitting, equipment installation/removal, pump packing and seal replacement, equipment rebuilds, and preventative/predictive maintenance.
- ◆Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain rotating and fixed mechanical equipment and process machinery.
- ◆Complete required SAP/CMMS transactions, including work order confirmations, maintenance notifications, and equipment records.
- ◆Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, equipment drawings, and safety procedures while completing work safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- ◆Perform required safety assessments and life-critical work, including line/equipment opening, confined space entry, and work at heights.
Technical Competencies
Demonstrated proficiency in the following areas, as applicable equipment installation/alignment, flanged joint closure, lubrication, scaffolding, packing and mechanical seals, precision measurement, equipment rebuilds, fabrication, and crane operations/rigging. Competency may be demonstrated through certification, company-approved testing, or verified experience.
Qualifications
- ✓Relevant maintenance certificate or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- ✓Mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- ✓Knowledge of rotating and fixed mechanical systems, maintenance methods, technical drawings, and applicable OSHA requirements.
- ✓Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- ✓Experience with a maintenance CMMS; SAP experience strongly preferred.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- ✓PSM chemical facility and ISO 9001 experience preferred.
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Job Highlights
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and reliable execution of mechanical maintenance activities in an industrial manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, the Technician diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, installs, and maintains mechanical equipment and process machinery. Candidates will be considered for Mechanical Maintenance Technician I, II, or III based on their skills, demonstrated competencies, education, certifications, and relevant experience.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician Leveling
- •Technician I At least 3 technical competencies and 3–4 years of relevant experience .
- •Technician II At least 7 technical competencies and 5–6 years of relevant experience.
- •Technician III Demonstrated proficiency in all 11 technical competencies and 7+ years of relevant experience.
The assigned level will be based on the candidate's overall qualifications, demonstrated competencies, and relevant experience.
Location Kalama
Employee Type Regular
Who we are
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.
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What we offer
- •Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. In accordance with Washington state requirements, the established pay range for this position is Min $69,600 to $131,500 per year (non-exempt, eligible for overtime) depending on a candidate's experience and qualifications.
- •Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include
- •Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
- •Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
- •Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
- •Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
- •Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term
- •Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care
- •NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
- •Aflac Benefits
- •Legal Assistance Program
- •Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
- •Work-Life, Time Off & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global Xwork program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year. Employees who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement earn time off in accordance with the provisions of the agreement.
- •Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our compete