Context & Environment
This role is supports TotalEnergies Petrochemicals & Refining USA, Inc. – Port Arthur Refinery and is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of a wide range of rotating equipment in a petrochemical/refinery environment.Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair rotating equipment, including:
- Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps
- All types of compressors
- Steam turbines
- Diaphragm pumps
- Unit fans (fin fans and cooling towers)
- Gearboxes, mixers, chain‑drive units, and mechanical seals
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities
- Research materials and equipment needed to complete job assignments
- Complete job documentation, reports, and project modifications
- Work with vendors and contractors to support maintenance and repair activities
- Follow all safe work practices and refinery procedures
- Perform work requiring climbing, lifting, and manual labor
- Support equipment reliability through inspections and troubleshooting
Activities
What You Bring
- Basic math and mechanical principles
- Lubrication systems and fluids
- Bearings, seals, gaskets, metallurgy, piping, rigging, balancing, torquing, couplings, and fasteners
- Alignment techniques (laser and reverse dial)
- Use of hand tools, burning torch, and precision equipment
- Experience with:
- Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps and compressors
- Turbines, gearboxes, fans, blowers, mixers, electric motors, and chain drives
- Proficiency with shop equipment such as:
- Lathe, drill press, key seater, balancing machine, and hydraulic press
- Understanding of refinery or industrial processes
- Experience using Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and SAP
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Stable work history and dependable attendance
- Willingness to work overtime and respond to call‑outs as needed
- Team‑oriented with strong communication skills
- Computer literate with the ability to complete electronic documentation
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics
- Physically capable of climbing and lifting as required
Candidate Profile
- High School Diploma with 5+ years of experience in petrochemical or comparable industrial environments as a machinist, millwright, or mechanic
OR - Two‑year Industrial Mechanics degree (or equivalent) with 2+ years of relevant mechanical experience
Additional Information
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including disability and protected veteran status.
Domain: Maintenance & Inspection
Type of contract: N/A
Experience: Less than 3 years
Employer company: TotalEnergies Petrochemicals & Refining USA, Inc.