Plug Power

Sr. Mechanic

Hydrogen Plant, Woodbine, GA · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

SAPCommunicationOrganizational Skills

About the role

The position is responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and both preventive and corrective maintenance of all mechanical equipment at the hydrogen production and liquefaction facility.
This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and a comprehensive understanding of industrial chemical process facilities.
The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills to work effectively across departments and contribute to improving the reliability and health of the mechanical systems.

Inspect and maintain both manual and automation valves, performing repairs or rebuilds to address issues such as leaks, corrosion, or lack of lubrication
Maintain accurate work records, and maintenance, ensuring comprehensive documentation for future reference.
Support and comply within the bounds of a Non-Routine Work Permit.
Maintain organization of Maintenance Repair Area and material inventory.
Support on call rotation, to help troubleshoot and correct issues during off hours.
Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and general/preventive maintenance on critical mechanical systems, including electrolyzers, compressors, cryogenic turbo expanders, and process pumps.

The technician must be able to respond to urgent equipment needs to ensure the facility operates continuously and reliably.
Familiarity with a wide range of mechanical systems, including compressors, pumps, and valves, is critical.
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, preferably in process plants, Oil & Gas or chemical, or a related industry.
An associate or vocational degree in mechanical maintenance.
Or in lieu of an associate or vocational degree, an additional two (2) years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance.
Knowledge of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, maintenance or OEM manuals.
Familiarity with safety and compliance standards or general practices related to mechanical systems.

Experience in hydrogen system or facilities (production or handling) is plus.
Preferred strong mechanical aptitude with experience in maintaining and troubleshooting compressors, pumps and other rotating equipment, valves, and cryogenic systems.

Personnel will travel occasionally (0-20%) to vendor/supplier shops or other Plug facilities to assist annual outage, or commissioning activities as needed.

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