Maintenance Mechanic
Stepan Company · Columbus, GA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Stepan Company (chemicals) in Columbus, GA. , you will report to the Maintenance Reliability Engineer.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree preferred
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2669 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 57 other live reliability postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 52%
- Welding 36%
- ✓ Team leadership 33%
- Root cause 33%
- EHS / safety 21%
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Job Description
Stepan is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team in Columbus, Georgia. In this role, you will report to the Maintenance Reliability Engineer.
Provides maintenance support to plant equipment, systems, and building. Performs a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These tasks/functions may involve different processes to test, troubleshooting, renovate, overhaul, replace, as well as performing preventive maintenance on standard mechanical / electrical systems and housekeeping; in accordance with the daily schedule prepared by the Maintenance Planner or during off shift coverage. Run minor mechanical or electrical projects.
- ✓Perform general facility equipment maintenance on a daily basis, according the Maintenance schedule, for mechanical/electrical equipment
- ✓Perform general facility equipment basic troubleshooting and repairs on a daily basis, as needed, for mechanical equipment
- ✓Perform any emergency repair activity assigned by the Maintenance Planner or the Maintenance Supervisor.
- ✓Perform equipment calibrations
Qualifications
- ✓1 – 3 years experience as an industrial mechanic.
- ✓Electrical troubleshooting and installation are not required but preferred.
- ✓Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices.
- ✓Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- ✓Proficient in using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- ✓Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
Education
High School Diploma – Preferred 2 years Technical Degree.
Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
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