Maintenance Mechanic

Texas, United States of America

Production and Manufacturing Downstream

Regular

November 3, 2026

Downstream and Renewables

• •Comply with all HSSE regulations, policies, standards, and procedures while actively contributing to a strong safety culture.
• •Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and systems.
• •Troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild mechanical equipment, including pumps, piping systems, filters, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• •Operate maintenance tools and equipment, including welding and alignment tools, to complete assigned work safely and effectively.
• •Use precision maintenance tools such as laser alignment systems, sheave alignment tools, and belt tensioning equipment.
• •Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for work orders, maintenance documentation, and data entry.
• •Request, receive, and manage Permits to Work as required.
• •Perform and manage Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities, including ICC management when necessary.
• •Read and interpret technical drawings, including plant layouts, P&IDs, and equipment drawings.
• •Understand plant piping systems and ensure compliance with site piping standards.
• •Identify and implement equipment improvements that enhance plant reliability and operational performance.
• •Communicate effectively with operations personnel, supervisors, contractors, and suppliers regarding maintenance activities and equipment issues.
• •Work closely with OEMs, contractors, and vendors to support maintenance planning, equipment repairs, and parts availability.
• •Participate in post-maintenance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• •Safely work in a lubricants manufacturing environment while adhering to all site safety and operational requirements.

• •Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
• •High school graduate or equivalent
• •Minimum of 4 years of current and continuous industrial mechanic, or millwright experience, preferably in the high-speed packaging industry
• •Must possess one of the following in a mechanical craft discipline:

o Union/Company Apprenticeship

o An associate’s degree in a mechanical field

o Military Maintenance A School

o Trade School Certificate

• •Experience with high-speed packaging and rotating equipment including but not limited to:

o Fillers, (volumetric and weight)

o Cappers

o De-palletizers

o Stretch Wrappers

o Conveyors (overhead)

o Drum Filling equipment

o Bottle checking equipment.

o Chains, Sprockets, shafts, bearings, gear boxes etc.

o Drop Packers

o case erectors

o Bottle squeezers

o Photo eyes

o Proximity switches

o HMIs

o PLCs

o Electrical troubleshooting

o Pumps, Motors and Gearboxes

o Hydraulic equipment

• •Ability to:

o Use Hand Tools

o Read Drawings

o Take Field measurements

o Install and remove equipment

o Work off JLG, and Scissor lifts

o Operate a forklift

o Prioritize tasks

• +**Please note that there is an Online Assessment which is required for this position. In order to be considered, you must complete the assessment and receive a passing score, even if you have taken previous assessments. Please review your Workday tasks, directions and instructions to ensure you complete the required test within the provided timeframe***

The starting hourly rate for this role is $37.16. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.

For regular full-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 10 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 10 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html .

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• +Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together
• +Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead
• +Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices
• +Collaborate with experienced collea