Electrical Maintenance Tech: HV/Instrumentation

Westlake Management Services, Inc.

Lake Charles (LA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to perform assignments for the Instrument & Controls Department based on Production requests. You will operate and maintain switchgear and power distribution up to 13.8kV, perform switching with the Electric Utility, and service motor drives and UPS systems.

The role requires a high school diploma with 1–2 years of education in electrical/instrumentation and 2–5 years of field experience.

Qualifications

Background screening and drug testing required.
TWIC card required.
1–2 years electrical/instrumentation education.
2–5 years field experience in Instrument/Electrical.

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains switchgear and electrical power distribution equipment up to 13.8kV.
Performs switching and coordinates with Electric Utility and contractors for maintenance on electrical systems up to 230kV.
Repairs and inspects high/low voltage electrical wiring and systems.
Performs periodic substation equipment inspections and meter readings.
Connects, disconnects and troubleshoots electric motors and motor starters.
Installs, programs and troubleshoots Variable Frequency Drives.
Maintains and troubleshoots UPS and Battery systems.
Removes, installs and replaces electrical lighting and fixtures.
Measures, cuts, bends, threads, etc., pipe, conduit, and tubing.
Familiar with NFPA 70E safety practices.