Electro-Mechanical Technician - 2nd shift
Solenis · Florence, KY
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Solenis (chemicals) in Florence, KY. CMRT, CRL, Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, or Ultrasound Certifications.
- They ask for
- 10+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC, Robotics, Automation
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How this role compares
Against 32 other live reliability postings in Kentucky.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (10+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 52%
- ✓ Automation 36%
- ✓ Root cause 33%
- ✓ Robotics 33%
- Welding 33%
- Team leadership 30%
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This plant: Solenis in Florence
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Full description from SolenisAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, PLC, automation, servo, robotics, and control systems.
- ◆Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and uptime .
- ◆Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- ◆Support equipment installation, commissioning, and capital projects.
- ◆Read, modify , and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs.
- ◆Diagnose industrial networks including EtherNet /IP, Profinet , VLANs, and managed switches.
- ◆Maintain electrical systems, motor controls, power distribution, VFDs, and safety circuits.
- ◆Utilize CMMS to manage maintenance activities, work orders, and inventory.
- ◆Train and mentor maintenance technicians on electrical and controls systems.
- ◆Ensure compliance with safety standards, GMPs, LOTO, Arc Flash, NFPA, and NEC requirements.
- ◆Partner with Operations, Engineering, OEMs, and vendors to drive continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- ✓7-10+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and automation systems.
- ✓Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and machine controls.
- ✓Knowledge of industrial networking ( EtherNet /IP, Profinet , VLANs, managed switches).
- ✓Ability to read electrical schematics, drawings, and technical manuals.
- ✓Working knowledge of 480V three-phase electrical systems, motor controls, breakers, relays, and safety devices.
- ✓Experience with root cause analysis, reliability initiatives, and preventive maintenance programs.
- ✓Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work overtime as required .
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓CMRT, CRL, Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, or Ultrasound Certifications.
- ✓Rockwell, Siemens S7, or FANUC Automation Certifications.
- ✓Experience with predictive maintenance technologies and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).
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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.
We are seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician to serve as a technical expert and reliability leader within our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, equipment reliability, automation support, preventive maintenance, and mentoring maintenance team members.
Success Factors
- •Strong safety focus and commitment to continuous improvement.
- •Proven problem-solving ability and results-driven mindset.
- •Excellent teamwork, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Experience Required: 7-10+ years Industrial Maintenance / Electro-Mechanical Experience
Schedule: Must be flexible and available for overtime as needed.
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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