Methanex Corporation
Position Summary
The Millwright provides superior craftsmanship in the safe, efficient, and effective maintenance and repair of rotating equipment systems in the Geismar plant.
Responsibilities
Executes the rotating equipment preventive maintenance (PM) program and reports relevant findings
Works under the direction of the Rotating Equipment Supervisor on the overhaul of rotating equipment during routine operations, turnarounds, and shutdowns
Works with team members and subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop short, medium and long‑term solutions to remove defects in the plants and improve plant reliability and lower cost of maintenance
Participates and leads Root Cause Failure Analysis, researches equipment history and implements corrective action
Participates and leads risk assessment on‑site as required
Collaborates and supports Operations with the development and maintenance of rotating equipment related Operating Procedures
Installs, maintains, and repairs rotating equipment, including turbines, compressors, fin fans, cooling tower fans, pumps, and gearboxes
Performs predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance using techniques, such as oil analysis, vibration data collection/analysis, precision laser alignment, strobe light inspection, and various other maintenance techniques
Performs time‑based maintenance interventions, such as inspections, oil changes, filter replacements, overhauls, and greasing of rotating equipment
Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems associated with all rotating equipment and its corresponding systems
Reacts efficiently and effectively to equipment failures or reliability issues while keeping safety and quality as a top priority
Documents equipment history and completes detailed reporting of equipment inspections and repairs
Provides regular feedback to the Planning team on areas for improvement, changes to job plans, and optimization of the planned time and material reservation
Assists with the sourcing, ordering, and inspection of new/used equipment, parts and components, as required
Builds strong relationships within the organization; these include other departments, global sites, and global team members
Reads and interprets equipment maintenance manuals, cross‑sectional drawings, technical data sheets, P&ID, process drawings, and global best practices
Creates and manages work orders, purchase requisitions, etc. in a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Identifies work through walk‑downs, routine surveillance or upon completion of CBM, PM or corrective work, and completes work requests on the CMMS in accordance with approved process
Completes daily timesheets and documents hours worked on specific work orders
Responds efficiently to plant emergencies, including after‑hours events and call‑outs, as required
Assists in the continued revision of spare parts and equipment documentation
Assists with Rotating Equipment Project design, implementation, and management when required or requested
Ensures basic understanding of rigging and lifting equipment, principles, and techniques
Provides guidance and leadership to the team
Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and as a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism
Conducts all business on‑site in a manner that supports and is in alignment with the Organization Responsible Care Safety Programs
Acts as Safety Control System Performing authority: assists in ensuring all safety precautions are taken, job hazards are identified and mitigated, and all site policies/procedures are understood and followed
Conducts safety audits, participates in site safety meetings, and contributes to site safety initiatives
Ensures the appropriate PPE are always worn
Participates in team events
Works with and assists other groups and departments to ensure goals and deliverables are met
Networks and promotes an environment of information sharing with other Methanex sites
Responsible for ensuring awareness of all controlled documents relating to this position as per the Document Awareness Report from Document Management Database
Completes Performance Management System requirements within the required time frame
Creates and documents developmental goals on the Performance Management System
Contributes to the ‘operational excellence’ for Methanex USA as an effective member of the Maintenance department
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Mechanical Trade Certification or equivalent
10+ years of experience as a Millwright or Mechanical tradesman for a manufacturing facility
Experience with Predictive and Preventative Maintenance programs and techniques
Experience with maintenance overhaul of rotating equipment, including high pressure steam turbine and compressors
Experience with laser alignment of rotating equipment
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, solve problems, and identify solutions
Experience with dry gas seals
Possesses excellent experience, knowledge, and understanding of dry gas seal fundamentals, inclusive of monitoring and replacement
Experience within a machine shop and using lathes, milling machines, and associated equipment preferred
Basic understanding of rigging and lifting equipment, principles, and techniques preferred
Understanding of condition monitoring activities and techniques such as vibration data collection, oil sampling, strobe light inspection, and thermography preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office and Maximo preferred
Reports To Rotating Equipment Supervisor
Duration Full‑Time
Date Posted October 1, 2025
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Responsibilities
Executes the rotating equipment preventive maintenance (PM) program and reports relevant findings
Works under the direction of the Rotating Equipment Supervisor on the overhaul of rotating equipment during routine operations, turnarounds, and shutdowns
Works with team members and subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop short, medium and long‑term solutions to remove defects in the plants and improve plant reliability and lower cost of maintenance
Participates and leads Root Cause Failure Analysis, researches equipment history and implements corrective action
Participates and leads risk assessment on‑site as required
Collaborates and supports Operations with the development and maintenance of rotating equipment related Operating Procedures
Installs, maintains, and repairs rotating equipment, including turbines, compressors, fin fans, cooling tower fans, pumps, and gearboxes
Performs predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance using techniques, such as oil analysis, vibration data collection/analysis, precision laser alignment, strobe light inspection, and various other maintenance techniques
Performs time‑based maintenance interventions, such as inspections, oil changes, filter replacements, overhauls, and greasing of rotating equipment
Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems associated with all rotating equipment and its corresponding systems
Reacts efficiently and effectively to equipment failures or reliability issues while keeping safety and quality as a top priority
Documents equipment history and completes detailed reporting of equipment inspections and repairs
Provides regular feedback to the Planning team on areas for improvement, changes to job plans, and optimization of the planned time and material reservation
Assists with the sourcing, ordering, and inspection of new/used equipment, parts and components, as required
Builds strong relationships within the organization; these include other departments, global sites, and global team members
Reads and interprets equipment maintenance manuals, cross‑sectional drawings, technical data sheets, P&ID, process drawings, and global best practices
Creates and manages work orders, purchase requisitions, etc. in a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Identifies work through walk‑downs, routine surveillance or upon completion of CBM, PM or corrective work, and completes work requests on the CMMS in accordance with approved process
Completes daily timesheets and documents hours worked on specific work orders
Responds efficiently to plant emergencies, including after‑hours events and call‑outs, as required
Assists in the continued revision of spare parts and equipment documentation
Assists with Rotating Equipment Project design, implementation, and management when required or requested
Ensures basic understanding of rigging and lifting equipment, principles, and techniques
Provides guidance and leadership to the team
Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and as a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism
Conducts all business on‑site in a manner that supports and is in alignment with the Organization Responsible Care Safety Programs
Acts as Safety Control System Performing authority: assists in ensuring all safety precautions are taken, job hazards are identified and mitigated, and all site policies/procedures are understood and followed
Conducts safety audits, participates in site safety meetings, and contributes to site safety initiatives
Ensures the appropriate PPE are always worn
Participates in team events
Works with and assists other groups and departments to ensure goals and deliverables are met
Networks and promotes an environment of information sharing with other Methanex sites
Responsible for ensuring awareness of all controlled documents relating to this position as per the Document Awareness Report from Document Management Database
Completes Performance Management System requirements within the required time frame
Creates and documents developmental goals on the Performance Management System
Contributes to the ‘operational excellence’ for Methanex USA as an effective member of the Maintenance department
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Mechanical Trade Certification or equivalent
10+ years of experience as a Millwright or Mechanical tradesman for a manufacturing facility
Experience with Predictive and Preventative Maintenance programs and techniques
Experience with maintenance overhaul of rotating equipment, including high pressure steam turbine and compressors
Experience with laser alignment of rotating equipment
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, solve problems, and identify solutions
Experience with dry gas seals
Possesses excellent experience, knowledge, and understanding of dry gas seal fundamentals, inclusive of monitoring and replacement
Experience within a machine shop and using lathes, milling machines, and associated equipment preferred
Basic understanding of rigging and lifting equipment, principles, and techniques preferred
Understanding of condition monitoring activities and techniques such as vibration data collection, oil sampling, strobe light inspection, and thermography preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office and Maximo preferred
Reports To Rotating Equipment Supervisor
Duration Full‑Time
Date Posted October 1, 2025
Apply now Apply now to join our team.
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