Omya
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Arizona
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 28 days ago
Supply ChainCommunication
About the role
- BASIC FUNCTION Based at our Arizona production facility, the Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant processing equipment.
- The position requires strong mechanical expertise, versatility, and hands-on experience across rotating equipment, pneumatic systems, and packaging operations within a heavy industrial setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime
- Support operations involving pneumatic conveying systems, packaging equipment, and bulk material processing
- Use the plant maintenance system to manage work orders, track progress, and document completed work accurately
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and supply chain teams to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure parts availability
- Support external contractors and equipment suppliers during inspections, repairs, and maintenance projects
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas at all times
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance
- Proven experience with pneumatic systems, rotating equipment, and bulk material handling
- Experience with packaging equipment and automated production lines is an asset
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and mechanical schematics
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively across departments
- Respond to equipment breakdowns, including outside regular working hours as required, ensuring timely and effective resolution
- Relevant certifications in industrial maintenance, millwright, or similar trades considered an asset
- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting and repair capabilities
- Experience in maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, and drive systems
- Good understanding of pneumatic conveying systems and industrial processing equipment
- Basic fabrication and welding capabilities considered an asset
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Industrial plant environment with exposure to dust, noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures
Nice to have
- Post-secondary training in mechanical maintenance, industrial mechanics, or a related skilled trade (trade school, technical college, or apprenticeship) strongly preferred
- Experience in heavy industrial environments such as mining, mineral processing, cement, or manufacturing preferred
Benefits
- Health, Safety, Environment and Quality
- Perform all work in compliance with health and safety standards, environmental requirements, and quality systems
Company info
- Work in a stable, global company specializing in mineral transformation
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