at CVR Energy in East Dubuque, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining plant mechanical equipment, including large compressors, pumps generators, turbines, valves, and conveying equipment in a nitrogen plant in accordance with vendor recommendations and established plant procedures. Also maintaining a safe working environment to include good housekeeping practices and compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety policies.
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Experience Requirements:
Minimum of 4 years of experience involving the maintenance of industrial process or power plant equipment
Experience with different bearing types along with their applications, mounting clearances and lubrication
Working knowledge of centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, including the different components of each, theory of operation, and process applications
Working Knowledge of couplings, different types of couplings, coupling alignment, the purpose of the alignment and how the alignment is performed
Knowledge of belt and chain drive systems and how they are installed and aligned
Understanding of Steam Turbines, Centrifugal Compressors and Reciprocating Compressors; their operation, major components and the advantages / disadvantage of each
Working knowledge of gearboxes, different components and their purpose
Understanding of heat exchangers, boilers, and condensers and their theory of operation
Experience in working with piping systems, including fittings, flanges, and valves
Major Accountabilities:
Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant mechanical equipment, including large compressors, pumps, generators, turbines, valves, conveying equipment, and other plant support equipment
Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and investigate any irregularities and malfunctions
Perform routine inspections by observing mechanical devices in operation and recommend necessary repairs
Perform critical equipment alignments, mechanical seal repairs, overhaul and repairs of rotating and reciprocating equipment
Operate and repair various types of forklifts, end-loaders, man-lifts, and other portable equipment
Perform simple civil work, such as -- concrete foundation installation, framing, sheathing, roofing, excavating, and scaffold inspection and erection
Read and interpret mechanical and process procedures, drawings, and P&ID's
Actively participate in Failure Root Cause Analyses
Perform or participate in other tasks as required to support maintenance responsibilities including, but not limited to - plant cleanliness, warehouse operations, outage planning and execution, and continuous improvement initiatives
Possess a basic understanding of equipment and functions such that the individual can identify current or potential problems allowing the maintenance team to perform proactive repairs prior to equipment failure.
Able to work extended shift hours, call-outs, holidays, weekends and overtime
Expected Results:
Adhere to company environmental, health, and safety policies & procedures.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
The successful candidate will be required to qualify during the 180 day probationary period.
Passing both written & practical exams is expected to successfully complete the probationary period and to continue employment.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Able to wear all required personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, latex/rubber/leather gloves, safety boots, FR clothing and respirator
Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
The candidate will be required to climb and balance with confidence. Must be able to climb stairways, and ladder ways up towers. Be able to safely work from elevated platforms, boom lifts, at elevations over 150 feet.
Candidate will be required to work inside confined spaces.
Must be able to lift and carry, up to 40 lbs.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, stand, talk and hear; and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Able to drive motorized vehicles within the plant -- will be required to pass fork truck, boom-lift, and scissors lift certifications. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.
CVR Energy is an EEO and affirmative action employer. We encourage qualified, minority, female, veterans, and disabled candidates to apply.
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Job Posting:
11644776
Posted On:
Feb 02, 2024
Updated On:
Mar 27, 2024
