Electrician

OC2 Occidental Chemical Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance technician to support site safety and reliability. You will troubleshoot 120 V AC controls, 480 V switchgear, motors and transformers, and read loop drawings, schematics, and P&ID drawings to diagnose issues.

With a strong emphasis on environmental health and safety, you will document work, maintain prints, and learn SAP and other programs while collaborating with a large I/E team. OxyChem values safety, reliability, and career development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NCCER Electrical Certification or equivalent apprenticeship program preferred.
• Three (3) years electrical maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental, health, and safety standards as a top priority.
• Troubleshoot 120 V AC controls and 480V/4160V switchgear.
• Troubleshoot motor control systems and transformers; diagnose using drawings and schematics.
• Document work and update procedures, drawings, specs and files.
• Able to work overtime and be on-call as scheduled.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

English proficiency

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical Technology certificate/Apprenticeship

NCCER Electrical Certification

Tools

Loop drawings

Schematics

Ladder logic

P&ID drawings

Job description

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, Oxychem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day. OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information. In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers and communities in which we operate and transport our products as a highest priority.
• Support the Process Safety and Risk Management goals and objectives.
• Participate in site-wide Process Safety and Risk Reduction activities as requested.
• Look for opportunities to be the ‘fresh set of eyes’ in this area.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting 120 volt AC controls.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting 480V, 4160V, 13.8 KV switchgear.
• Working knowledge of motor repair, inspection and troubleshooting motor control systems.
• Working knowledge of the inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting of distribution and power transformers.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, and P & I drawings.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code Troubleshoot problems and consult directly with equipment vendors for resolution.
• Keep shop, tools and work area picked up and clean.
• Maintain prints and files in proper place.
• Document work (as found as left) and update procedures, drawings, specs and files.
• Must be computer literate and able to learn the SAP, Excel, Microsoft word and other programs.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required and be available for callout duty as scheduled.
• Must be good team player and able to function well in large I/E functional group.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent GED Certificate of Electrical Technology or Equivalent Apprenticeship Program.
• NCCER Electrical Assessment Certification.
• If you do not currently have the certification, this requirement must be filled prior to employment.
• Three (3) years electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

OxyChem, a producer of commodity chemicals with facilities across the United States, Canada, and Latin America, is renowned for its commitment to safety, environmental protection, customer service and sustainability. OxyChem’s chemicals are vital to quality of life, with applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, commercial and residential development.