Jaewon America
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of mechanical, preventive, and process maintenance tasks to ensure reliable operation of plant equipment and utilities. This position bridges the skills of a traditional millwright with process system maintenance, focusing heavily on mechanical repair, rotating equipment, and safe support of production operations in a manufacturing environment.
General Accountabilities
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes, and rotating process equipment.
Install, align, and maintain mechanical systems including piping, valves, seals, and couplings.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures in production and utility systems.
Support process maintenance activities including filter changes, tank and line cleaning, and equipment rebuilds.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, and P&IDs to safely perform maintenance and modifications.
Fabricate or modify parts and components using hand tools, grinders, welders, and cutting torches as needed.
Work closely with engineering, production, and EHS to ensure maintenance tasks meet safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
Assist with installation and commissioning of new production equipment and process systems.
Document maintenance activities in CMMS or work order system with clear, accurate detail.
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other safety procedures at all times.
Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance and process areas.
The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Job Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, millwright, or mechanical repair.
Experience in chemical, automotive, or process manufacturing strongly preferred.
Skills
Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot rotating and process equipment.
Knowledge of pumps, motors, seals, valves, pneumatics, hydraulics, and bearings.
Familiarity with process piping, flanges, gaskets, and mechanical connections.
Ability to safely operate welders, grinders, hoists, and precision measuring tools.
Basic understanding of electrical systems and instrumentation a plus.
CMMS or computerized maintenance system experience preferred.
Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and technical drawings.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with varying temperatures.
Core Competencies
Strong safety awareness and adherence to policies.
Problem‑solving and mechanical reasoning skills.
Communication and teamwork across departments.
Dependability, initiative, and willingness to learn.
Focus on continuous improvement and reliability.
Job location: Kokomo, IN
Salary range: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00
Employment type: Full‑time
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Chemical Manufacturing
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General Accountabilities
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes, and rotating process equipment.
Install, align, and maintain mechanical systems including piping, valves, seals, and couplings.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures in production and utility systems.
Support process maintenance activities including filter changes, tank and line cleaning, and equipment rebuilds.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, and P&IDs to safely perform maintenance and modifications.
Fabricate or modify parts and components using hand tools, grinders, welders, and cutting torches as needed.
Work closely with engineering, production, and EHS to ensure maintenance tasks meet safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
Assist with installation and commissioning of new production equipment and process systems.
Document maintenance activities in CMMS or work order system with clear, accurate detail.
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other safety procedures at all times.
Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance and process areas.
The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Job Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, millwright, or mechanical repair.
Experience in chemical, automotive, or process manufacturing strongly preferred.
Skills
Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot rotating and process equipment.
Knowledge of pumps, motors, seals, valves, pneumatics, hydraulics, and bearings.
Familiarity with process piping, flanges, gaskets, and mechanical connections.
Ability to safely operate welders, grinders, hoists, and precision measuring tools.
Basic understanding of electrical systems and instrumentation a plus.
CMMS or computerized maintenance system experience preferred.
Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and technical drawings.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with varying temperatures.
Core Competencies
Strong safety awareness and adherence to policies.
Problem‑solving and mechanical reasoning skills.
Communication and teamwork across departments.
Dependability, initiative, and willingness to learn.
Focus on continuous improvement and reliability.
Job location: Kokomo, IN
Salary range: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00
Employment type: Full‑time
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Chemical Manufacturing
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