About the role#
This is a temporary Student Co-op position for the Fall 2026 semester. You will work 24 hours per week at the Skowhegan mill. The role focuses on technical service and support to help the account manager maintain mill operations and treatment performance.
What you'll do#
- Collect samples, perform testing, and handle data input and analysis.
- Monitor systems and conduct chemistry testing to ensure consistent and safe operations.
- Write service reports and respond to service calls.
- Assist the Sales Executive with savings projects, including lab testing and equipment installation.
- Commercialize new applications and increase the volume of existing applications to support account growth.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 2 to 3 years of job-related experience.
- Experience with pipe fitting, chemical handling, and pumps.
- Completion of communication training.
Location & details#
- Location: Somerset, Maine.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Travel: Up to 10%.
About Buckman
Buckman is a chemical manufacturing company founded in 1945. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It provides chemical solutions for sectors including pulp and paper, water treatment, and oil and gas. The company operates as a privately held entity.
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