US Synthetic - Maintenance Student Technician - Paid Internship

US Synthetic, a ChampionX company, has an immediate need for a Maintenance Student Technician located in Orem, UT. The Student Technician will troubleshoot and perform basic repairs to equipment of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls. Perform preventative maintenance on machines to ensure maximum operational availability. Participate in machine moves and perform upgrades under the supervision of leaders.

US Synthetic - Maintenance Student Technician - Paid Internship

What We Do:

What’s in it For You:

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement

Potential for a full time Maintenance position after internship program ends including all full-time benefits.

What You Will Do:

Perform existing preventative maintenance

Perform machine moves and assembly per factory needs under the direction of supervisors

Troubleshoot basic machine issues on down-calls and repair equipment per machine schematics whether mechanical, electrical or hydraulic machines and presses

Respond to work orders and down-calls from dispatch and use Tech Team’s resources as needed

Perform upgrades on machines with automation

Follow all company policies (Attendance, No Tobacco Products on Campus, Illegal Drug & Alcohol, Family Medical Leave Act, Personal Appearance, Personal Electronic Devices, Vacation & Personal Time, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED is required

Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Currently enrolled in a Maintenance/Technician degree or certification, for example: AET, Automated Manufacturing, etc.

Physical Demands:

Lift up to 50 lbs.

Climb and work from ladders, platforms, and machinery

Full range of body motion, i.e. lifting, kneeling, squatting and twisting

Use of safety equipment (Safety glasses, Steel-toed shoes, Hearing protections, Occasionally wear a respirator)

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong mechanical aptitude

Basic understanding of schematics

Analytical and critical thinking

Basic root cause analysis

Basic computer and math skills

Great interpersonal and communication skills

Clear and concise writing skills

Ability to organize priorities and manage multiple tasks at once

Detail oriented

Apply learned Lean manufacturing principles to problem solving and daily work

Troubleshooting skills, utilization of PDCA method for problem solving

Certified to operate overhead crane, fork truck and scissor lift

Ability to complete projects with accurate documentation and repairs

Team player

About Champion X

ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs and services, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation technologies for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our world-class safety culture fuels our purpose to improve lives through our commitment to deliver sustainable operations.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At ChampionX, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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