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Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing

EcolabAsheville, NCMay 23rd, 2026
Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive.Ecolab is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Asheville, NC. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you'll be responsible for applying Ecolab standards, and ensuring safe, sustainable, and efficient operations to maintain plant equipment and infrastructure. You will participate in essential TPM tasks, including safety and environmental procedures, progressive quality initiatives, autonomous maintenance, focused improvement, preventive maintenance, and 5S practices.How You'll Make an Impact:Understand and comply with SH&E standards, actively promote safe and responsible behavior, and positively challenge any unsafe practices by completing monthly safety observationsProactively propose and implement improvements to existing work practices and quality of productsLook for and record non-conformances on equipment and report to Maintenance ManagerContribute to root cause analysis and develop solutions to help with quality managementMonitor effectiveness of maintenance activities to maximize equipment availabilityImplement continuous improvement activities via problem solving or tagging activities, contribute fully to TPM improvement teams, and promote a culture of continuous improvementFollow standard maintenance procedures, proposing and implementing improvements, and ensuring timely completion of all maintenance tasks. These tasks may consist of electrical, welding, plumbing, troubleshooting on filler equipment, tank and pipes, and part replacements as well as PLC programmingComplete all planned and preventative maintenance tasks on-time including timely escalation of potential issues to engineering teamPropose new preventative maintenance tasks or updates for the existing preventative maintenance tasksCarry out safe and effective equipment repairs, including urgent breakdown repairsPerform other duties as assignedPosition Details:Plant Location: Asheville, North CarolinaWork Week & Shift: Weekend shift: Friday - Sunday, 7:00AM-7:00PMCompensation:$25/hr Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma, GED or equivalent2 years of experience working in an industrial maintenance environment1 year of experience with electronic and PLC based applications in an industrial environment1 year of experience with electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial environmentNo immigration sponsorship available for this role Preferred Qualifications:2 years of mechanical experience in a chemical plant4 years of industrial experience1 year of experience with tools, procedures and methods utilized in an industrial maintenance environmentExperience working with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and riggingFormal vocational training in an industrial engineering disciplineStrong attention to detail and communication skillsExperience working in a TPM environmentAbility to track safety, quality, and productivity dataExperience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment Physical Requirements of Position:Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest highKneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching above and below waist levelWorking in a chemical processing plant with variable temperatures, odors, noise levels, elevated heights, and/or confined spaces Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability. What's in it For You:Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environmentThe ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growthThe support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our bestAbout Ecolab:At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.Annual or Hourly Compensation RangeThe pay range for this position is $19.68 - $29.52. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.BenefitsEcolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.Potential Customer Requirements NoticeTo meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)