Maintenance Mechanic
Solenis · Portland, OR
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Solenis (chemicals) in Portland, OR. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Machining, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$83k.
Median of the low and high ends of 39 live postings that list pay, out of 1594 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 23 other live reliability postings in Oregon.
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Welding 38%
- ✓ Team leadership 33%
- Root cause 21%
- Automation 21%
- PLC 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from SolenisAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
of the position, including lifting and carrying materials, walking, bending, climbing, working in confined spaces, and successfully meeting respiratory protection program requirements.
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent required; maintenance-related technical training, certification, or degree preferred, along with a minimum of three years of relevant maintenance experience. Candidates may be required to complete a mechanical aptitude assessment during the interview process.
General
Requirements
- ✓Knowledge of industrial safety practices and procedures, including confined space entry, lockout/tagout (LOTO), line breaking, hot work, chemical handling, and the proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- ✓Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining positive working relationships across maintenance, operations, and technical teams.
- ✓Basic computer proficiency, including experience with spreadsheets, document management software, and maintenance systems, as well as a commitment to ongoing training and skill development.
- ✓Maintain a clean and organized work environment, support overtime
responsibilities
as assigned.
- ◆Education- HSD/GED required.
- ◆Welding Certification preferred.
- ◆Minimum 5 years experience preferred.
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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification . If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com
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Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.
This position supports all mechanical aspects of a chemical plant maintenance program under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
- •Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on plant equipment, including piping, valves, pumps, motors, chemical feed systems, tanks, mixers, HVAC systems, and facility infrastructure.
- •Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment such as compressors, pumps, engines, piping systems, valves, mixers, chemical feed equipment, tanks, and HVAC units.
- •Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- •Support safe, reliable plant operations by responding to maintenance needs and completing assigned projects and repairs.
Job-Specific Competencies
- •Demonstrated knowledge of the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment used in an industrial or chemical manufacturing environment, including the ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
- •Strong welding, machining, and mechanical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to safely use tools and equipment required for the work.
- •Ability to perform the physical