Umicore

Overview

Umicore is a global advanced materials and recycling group focused on developing, producing, and recycling materials for a better life. The Maintenance Technician role involves performing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on plant equipment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on plant equipment.
• Complete assigned work orders safely and efficiently.
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks to improve reliability and uptime.
• Maintain and repair electrical systems, motors, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Support installation and commissioning of new electrical systems and equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain pumps, valves, conveyors, rotating equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Perform alignment, lubrication, and mechanical repairs.
• Support equipment rebuilds and installations.
• Support compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Participate in PHAs, HAZOPs, SOP development, and safety reviews.
• Follow OSHA and site safety procedures at all times.
• Identify and implement improvements to reduce downtime and improve performance.
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process optimization.
• Assist in developing maintenance procedures and training documentation.
• Work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Contractors.
• Support training and skill development across the maintenance team.
• Foster teamwork and knowledge sharing across disciplines.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, technical certification (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical), OR equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of maintenance experience (mechanical, electrical, or both) required.
• 5–10 years of industrial/plant experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills (rotating equipment, piping, valves).
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation.
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and work order management.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar systems preferred.

Additional Information

• Rotating shift schedule.
• Initial schedule: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• The position will transition to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, which may include: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. / 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. / 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.