Top Mechanic

As the Top Mechanic, you will perform general mechanic maintenance activities in a chemical production plant to keep the production units and supporting facilities in the utmost reliable working condition.  The Top Mechanic is expected to use sound judgment and broad-based mechanical knowledge to make decisions and repairs that will contribute to the overall plant efficiency, objectives, and policies.

Where is this job located?
This position will report out of our Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia Production Plant

I’m interested What will I get to do in this position? 

• Perform work in compliance with chemical plant and specific area safety regulations including wearing/using all Personal Protective Equipment such as FR clothing, hard hat safety glasses, chemical protective clothing, full face respirators, SCBA, etc. 
• Install, troubleshoot and repair various types of mechanical equipment including, but not limited to pumps, valves, compressors, reactors, tanks, heat exchangers, miscellaneous rotating equipment, etc. 
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Replace, align, and repair industrial mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment.

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role? 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an industrial or chemical manufacturing environment (Chemical manufacturing preferred).  
• Read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, sketches and plans. Knowledgeable and proficient in interpreting specifications, drawings, and instructions to assist in the replacement, troubleshooting, repair, alignment, etc. of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Understanding of basic mechanical and/or chemical concepts and safety.
• Strong environmental, health, and safety (EHS) cultural awareness.
• Ability to regularly move and/or lift up to 100lbs (frequency for 100lb lifting requirement is occasional), wear appropriate PPE, and climb stairs and/or ladders. 
• Willing and able to pivot to complete different tasks throughout the day.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills both oral and written.
• This will be a day shift position but will work a rotating weekend schedule after 6 months. 
• Successful candidate must be able to work with controlled technology in accordance with US export control laws and regulations. 

• Valid and current certification(s) in welding, electrical and/or instrumentation, plus 2+ years of Industrial, commercial, chemical manufacturing maintenance experience or combination of education and experience, preferred.
• Certification or degree from accredited technical school in Manufacturing Technologies, Maintenance Technician certificate, or equivalent, preferred. 
• 2+ years of progressive experience in maintenance or chemical operations preferred.
• Experience with rotating and compression equipment is preferred.
• Prior focus and working experience with electrical mechanical work is highly preferred.

Salary: Hourly rate starting at $24.89

We've Got You Covered
ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include: 

• Competitive pay  
• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire 
• Tax-advantaged Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Wellness Program  
• Generous Leave and FMLA policies 
• 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service 
• Profit sharing after one year of service 
• Employee Student Loan Assistance Program 
• Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more 

Who is ICL? 
ICL Group is a leading global specialty minerals company, which creates impactful solutions for humanity's sustainability challenges in the food, agriculture and industrial markets.  ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its global professional workforce, and its sustainability focused R&D and technological innovation capabilities, to drive the company's growth across its end markets. Our agricultural products feed the world’s growing population, our food additives enable greater access to higher quality food, our potash and phosphate products are essential components for the pharma industry and our bromine-based materials and phosphates contribute to a more energy efficient and environmentally friendly planet.  ICL benefits from its advantageous size, geographical spread, and operational flexibility. With a culture based upon leadership, innovation, and sustainability, ICL is well positioned to be an Employer of Choice within the communities in which we operate.  ICL shares are dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL).  The company employs more than 12,500 people worldwide, and its 2023 revenues totaled approximately $7.5 billion. To learn more about ICL, click here.

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