Maintenance Technician

La Vergne

Maintenance

Posted on 25-06-2025

About Umicore 

Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do? 

About Cobalt & Specialty Materials 

Mastering the cobalt value chain. Umicore’s expertise covers the sourcing, production and distribution of cobalt and nickel products. Umicore’s materials are at the heart of products we use every day such as rechargeable batteries, tools, paints and tires. Our recycling and refining processes give new life to cobalt and other metals and reduce environmental impacts. To meet the demands of our customers we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in. 

What you will be doing 

As our Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for handling basic maintenance tasks to support our manufacturing  and warehouse operations.  Specifically, this will include:

• Assisting with new project installations;
• Basic pipefitting and plumbing installation and repair;
• Handling small mechanical installations;
• Completing basic repairs and maintenance;
• Working with preventative maintenance computer system;
• Other duties as needed.

Who we are looking for 

Our success is based on individuals who are ready to make the most of their skills and prepared to tackle any challenge they face.  Entry level candidates with industrial maintenance education are encouraged to apply.  As well as a high school diploma or equivalent, you should have:

• Proficiency with hand and power tools;
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment including air purifying respirator as needed;
• The ability to lift 70 lbs, climb stairs and ladders for maintenance and inspection of operational equipment; and,
• Basic computer skills for handling work orders and preventative maintenance.

What we offer 

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organization, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do? 

Additional Information

This position is located at the Palm Commodities International, LLC facility.  The facility is a Drug-Free Workplace, and pre-employment drug testing is required.

This is a first shift position, working Monday – Friday with occasional overtime.  A $500 sign-on bonus is paid after 90 days of employment.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including health insurance options, vision insurance, dental insurance, company paid life insurance and short/long term disability insurance, voluntary critical illness and accident insurance, and a 401K Plan with employer matching and profit-sharing eligibility.  Employees are also eligible for regular bonuses.  We recognize 12 paid holidays per year and provide three weeks’ vacation plus paid sick time annually.

Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  

If you need assistance applying for this position, please email [email protected].

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