Omya

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Florence, VT

Full-time

$74,880-$83,200

About This Job

What You’ll Do

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Embody Omya’s core values: Modesty, Courtesy, Integrity, and Perseverance.

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Maintain a safe, organized workspace and uphold our zero lost time injury goal by following all safety regulations and company procedures.

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Perform detailed inspections, troubleshooting, and precision repairs on plant mechanical equipment, ensuring all work meets exacting standards.

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Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.) to diagnose, align, and repair equipment to tight tolerances.

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Accurately document all maintenance activities, including detailed measurements and corrective actions, to support equipment reliability and compliance.

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Communicate clearly with other departments on job status, timelines, and resource needs to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

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Safely perform equipment rigging and work at heights using scaffolding, man lifts, and ladders.

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Conduct thorough safety and mechanical inspections before and after each task, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues.

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Respond promptly to emergency call-ins (nights, weekends, holidays), taking ownership of resolving issues and ensuring plant operations continue smoothly.

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Continuously seek opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce repair frequency through proactive, precision-focused maintenance.

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Embrace ongoing learning, including advanced diagnostic technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasound.

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Perform other duties as assigned, always with a focus on quality and safety.

What You Bring

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Proven experience in industrial maintenance, with a strong emphasis on precision work and mechanical aptitude.

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Detailed documentation and record-keeping

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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics for accurate assembly, disassembly, and preventive maintenance.

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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable work.

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Self-motivation and a proactive approach, holding yourself to the highest standards.

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Physical ability to perform tasks involving standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling in challenging environments (exposure to dust, noise, heat, solvents, and lubricants).

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Willingness to learn and apply new technologies in predictive maintenance and diagnostics.

Expertise in:

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Millwright and machinist tasks

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Industrial Maintenance (large pumps, crushers, belt conveyors, screw conveyors, fans, air compressors, boilers, motors, gearboxes, agitators).

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Pipe fitting and welding/cutting

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Precision measurement and alignment (calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges, dial indicators).

Why Omya?

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Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

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Opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and advancement in precision maintenance and advanced diagnostics

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A collaborative, supportive work culture that values your contributions and encourages continuous improvement

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Access to modern tools, precision instruments, and innovative technologies

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The chance to make a real impact by ensuring the reliability and efficiency of critical plant operations

Ready to take your precision skills to the next level? Apply today and become a vital part of Omya’s tradition of excellence.

Hourly pay range: $36 - $40 per hour

Contact Person

Ethan Zorzi
ethan.zorzi@omya.com