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Industrial Maintenance Technician
Location: Forest Park, GA
Job Type: Full-Time | With Rotating On-Call
About Polynt Composites USA
Polynt Composites USA is a global leader in the manufacturing of composites, coatings, and chemical intermediates, serving key industries such as industrial, transportation, construction, marine, medical, and consumer goods. With 65 years of innovation, our Forest Park, GA site is one of 14 U.S. locations driving operational excellence and high-quality production.
Why Join Us?
At Polynt, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a stable, growth-driven work environment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
- 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO, HSA, FSA)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our high-performing operations team, at a turnaround site. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of our chemical plant’s mechanical systems, pumps, piping, and utility equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, install, and maintain chemical plant equipment, including pumps (centrifugal, positive displacement, air diaphragm), vessels, exchangers, piping, valves, motors, agitators boilers, hot oil heaters, air compressors, cooling towers, chillers, and blowers.
- Install and modify piping, equipment, and pump alignment.
- Operate and maintain industrial tools, including hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) and complete daily maintenance work orders.
- Inspect critical equipment for operational defects and recommend proactive maintenance solutions.
- Assist with electrical equipment installation, including motor wiring and pneumatic valve installations.
- Participate in process safety management (PSM), process hazard analysis (PHA), and ISO compliance programs.
- Support continuous improvement and mechanical reliability initiatives.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, following OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and working-at-heights safety standards.
- Serve on the Safety Committee and contribute to a culture of workplace safety.
- Rotate on-call schedule for off-hours maintenance needs.
What We’re Looking For
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Industrial or chemical manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
- CMMS maintenance system experience preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance skills
- Experience with liquid handling systems and pumps, including positive displacement, centrifugal, and air pumps
- Basic electrical knowledge, including installation of pneumatic valves and pumps
- Familiarity with plant utilities such as steam, air, nitrogen, water, and hot oil (preferred)
- Ability to diagnose and repair industrial equipment using hand and power tools
- Forklift certification (preferred)
- Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 60 pounds
- Self-motivated, independent worker with strong collaboration skills
- Willingness to work overtime and participate in on-call rotations
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Polynt fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. We empower our employees with training, development programs, and advancement opportunities. If you are a problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we want to hear from you.
Polynt Composites USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
