Mechanical Technician

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our Manufacturing & Operations team. This position will be available at the New Johnsonville, TN site and report directly to the Maintenance First Line Supervisor.

The Mechanical Technician supports safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by maintaining, repairing, installing, and troubleshooting mechanical and processing equipment in a high-hazard chemical manufacturing environment. This role applies hands-on technical expertise to improve maintenance techniques, equipment reliability, and operational performance while demonstrating strong safety and ethical standards.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment within manufacturer specifications using hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments.

• Install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot pumps, compressors, piping, valves, boilers, and rotating equipment.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including equipment overhauls and alignments.

• Complete Lock, Tag, and Try (LTT) procedures to ensure equipment safety.

• Follow all safety, health, and environmental procedures, including proper PPE use.

• Perform vessel entries, chemical equipment breaks, and inspections following site safety rules.

• Collaborate with operators, engineers, I&E technicians, and vendors to resolve mechanical issues.

• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs, calibration data, and compliance records.

• Inspect plant areas, generate work orders, and support shutdown and overhaul planning.

he following is required for this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience with millwright and pipefitting skills, OR

• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial maintenance experience plus an Associate Degree or equivalent technical or military training.

• Ability to work rotating shifts and perform physical job requirements including climbing, PPE use, and extended hours.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Prior experience in chemical or high-hazard manufacturing environments.

• Experience with rotating equipment reliability and preventive maintenance programs.

Benefits: 

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.  

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. 

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. 

Chemours is an E-Verify employer 

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation 

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position  

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.