What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Technician position at ExxonMobil Contingent Community?
12-Month Contract
On-site at Hopkinsville, KY
ExxonMobil has been a leader in the energy sector for over 140 years. As ExxonMobil adapts to meet the increasing global demand for oil, natural gas, and refined products, it is committed to playing a pivotal role in energy transition. ExxonMobil’s mission, to fuel the world safely and responsibly, has never been more important.
Together, Raise and ExxonMobil are building teams that are rising to meet the world’s growing energy needs through the ExxonMobil Contingent Community—where skilled workers and unique contract opportunities meet.
Raise is taking applications for current openings like this one while building a diverse group of talent for future openings. When you apply for this role, you’ll also be considered for upcoming positions that align with your skills and qualifications.
Note: Successful applicants will be employees of Raise Limited, working at ExxonMobil facilities with both ExxonMobil employees and other contractors.
Overview
ExxonMobil is seeking a Senior Mechanical Technician to join the startup team for a new battery anode material pilot plant in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Following its acquisition of Superior Graphite, ExxonMobil is expanding the Hopkinsville site to produce graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries, with pilot equipment arriving in late 2026 and startup targeted for the first quarter of 2027. The Senior Mechanical Technician will set, align, and maintain new process equipment as it lands, support commissioning and troubleshooting, and help build the procedures the long-term team will rely on. Lessons from the pilot will carry into a larger commercial facility planned at the same site, so this role has a direct hand in shaping how a new business runs.
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/
In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions), please contact us at 1 800-567-9675 or exxonmobil@raiserecruiting.com
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On-site at Hopkinsville, KY
ExxonMobil has been a leader in the energy sector for over 140 years. As ExxonMobil adapts to meet the increasing global demand for oil, natural gas, and refined products, it is committed to playing a pivotal role in energy transition. ExxonMobil’s mission, to fuel the world safely and responsibly, has never been more important.
Together, Raise and ExxonMobil are building teams that are rising to meet the world’s growing energy needs through the ExxonMobil Contingent Community—where skilled workers and unique contract opportunities meet.
Raise is taking applications for current openings like this one while building a diverse group of talent for future openings. When you apply for this role, you’ll also be considered for upcoming positions that align with your skills and qualifications.
Note: Successful applicants will be employees of Raise Limited, working at ExxonMobil facilities with both ExxonMobil employees and other contractors.
Overview
ExxonMobil is seeking a Senior Mechanical Technician to join the startup team for a new battery anode material pilot plant in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Following its acquisition of Superior Graphite, ExxonMobil is expanding the Hopkinsville site to produce graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries, with pilot equipment arriving in late 2026 and startup targeted for the first quarter of 2027. The Senior Mechanical Technician will set, align, and maintain new process equipment as it lands, support commissioning and troubleshooting, and help build the procedures the long-term team will rely on. Lessons from the pilot will carry into a larger commercial facility planned at the same site, so this role has a direct hand in shaping how a new business runs.
Responsibilities
- Set, install, and align new process equipment as it arrives on site, including laser alignment of motors to pumps, blowers, and other driven machinery.
- Perform hand rigging and hoisting to safely move and position equipment during installation and maintenance.
- Make up and break flanged joints safely and to specification.
- Inspect, maintain, repair, and adjust process equipment such as pumps, mechanical seals, compressors, mixers, grinders, ovens, conveyors, valves, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical problems during commissioning and startup, and recommend fixes to plant leadership.
- Help write equipment procedures and checklists by translating vendor manuals and documentation into clear, usable steps.
- Train alongside equipment vendors during installation, then share that knowledge with operators and new permanent hires.
- Review job packs, identify safety hazards, and ensure they are removed or mitigated before work begins.
- Champion safe work by actively using all on-the-job safety tools and following site safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
- Request work permits and notify the supervisor if a permit cannot be issued within 30 minutes of the requested time.
- Verify dimensions and alignment of components using blueprints, repair manuals, calipers, micrometers, levels, and precision alignment tools.
- Record technical history in maintenance systems such as the Global Reliability Tool (GRT) and equipment data sheets.
- Provide feedback to the execution supervisor on job pack improvements.
- Estimate workload and completion dates, and support engineers with equipment planning, testing, and cost estimates.
- Operate forklifts and other industrial mobile equipment as needed.
- Assist operators with hands-on material handling during breakdowns, and keep work areas clean and organized.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma plus completion of a trade school or apprenticeship program, or equivalent professional experience.
- Hands-on millwright or mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting (union or non-union).
- Ability to perform laser alignment for motors and driven machinery.
- Proven ability to safely perform hand rigging and hoisting.
- Experience with safe flange joint makeup.
- Working knowledge of pumps, seals, bearings, utility system components, piping and valves, and material processing equipment.
- Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and repair manuals and to use precision measuring instruments.
- Competent Microsoft Word and Excel skills, and comfort documenting work on a computer.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly describe field conditions and recommend remediation steps.
- Team player who works well with people outside their direct reporting line and willingly helps others.
- Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities.
- Experience writing maintenance or operating procedures, checklists, or training materials.
- Experience with pilot plant startup, commissioning, or new equipment installation.
- Familiarity with a quality management system (QMS).
- Prior ExxonMobil experience or familiarity with ExxonMobil systems.
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/
In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions), please contact us at 1 800-567-9675 or exxonmobil@raiserecruiting.com
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Maternity & Paternity LeaveSalary : $51 - $59