Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people.

Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading North American manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, chlorine and caustic soda - key building blocks for a variety of indispensable products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals. Other OxyChem products include caustic potash, chlorinated organics, sodium silicates, chlorinated isocyanurates and calcium chloride. For every product it makes, OxyChem's market position is No. 1 or No. 2 in the U.S.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Mechanic/Millwright at the Dallas Silicates Plant with our Manufacturing Facility located in Dallas, Texas.

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority.
• Monitor condition of rotating machinery utilizing parameters including vibration, temperature, pressures, flows and currents.
• Understand and assess the daily operation of various types of equipment including, pumps, gear boxes, conveyors, screw feeders, and blowers. Based on assessment, provide recommendations to improve reliability.
• Maintain equipment to design specifications including, but not limited to fans, gear reducers/increasers & other mechanical equipment (valves, operators, testing tools). Replace pump seals, mechanical seals, pump packing. Provide proper alignment for all rotating equipment. Keep conveying and palletizing systems in working order
• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance and troubleshoot problems. Determine material needs, sequence of operations, and job methods including the use of a computer for storing and using information for preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Be familiar with SAP, RMP, warehouse parts management, design specifications, and applicable MI procedures.
• Performs work associated with fabrication, assembly, disassembly and repair of vessels, movement and set-up of equipment.
• Maintains craft skills over time to ensure ability to complete assigned work.
• Attends company or vendor training as directed.
• Utilizes the maintenance files and other engineering data as a resource in solving plant mechanical problems.
• Performs recordkeeping required to properly document inspections and repairs performed.
• Prefer candidate that is proficient in math
• Prefer candidate that is comfortable with computers

Qualifications - External

• High School Diploma or GED
• A minimum of 5 years mechanical experience in any of the following: millwright or mechanic activities in an industrial environment
• Must be able to read process flow diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical drawings and follow mechanical specifications.
• Must be skilled in the following: millwright or mechanic, safe use of shop tools, basic machining skills, basic welding skills, proper rigging knowledge.
• This position requires proof of the NCCER certification or another industry or nationally recognized standard prior to employment (millwright, pump technician, maintenance machinist etc).
• Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed to maintain a 24/7 operating plant.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Physical requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Good working knowledge of SAP.
• Welding and pipe fitting knowledge are a plus

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.