High Voltage Rectifier Technician

Ascend Performance Materials; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Performance Materials in Decatur, TN seeks a highly motivated maintenance professional to support daily high voltage electrical and rectifier systems, focusing on safety and customer service. You will coordinate with operations and reliability teams to diagnose root causes and implement corrective actions.

The role requires an associate degree in electrical or instrumentation (or equivalent) and hands-on experience with HV equipment, switchgear, and rectifier systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical or instrumentation preferred.
• HS diploma with Work Keys 4+ in Locating Information and Applied Technology acceptable.
• Electrical (15kV and below) and rectifier experience in a chemical plant or industrial facility.
• Read/create electrical drawings and troubleshoot switchgear and rectifier systems.
• Knowledge of SAP and basic computer skills (MS Windows, MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot high voltage electrical and rectifier systems.
• Coordinate with operations and manufacturing groups to support area needs.
• Read, create, and markup electrical drawings accurately.
• Develop as a key resource for daily HV/rectifier maintenance and reliability improvements.
• Contribute to site safety culture and operate within HRP coaching expectations.

Skills

read electrical drawings

switchgear experience

rectifier systems

HV systems knowledge

control loops DCS

troubleshooting

root cause analysis

Education

Associate degree in electrical or instrumentation

High school diploma with Work Keys 4+ (Locating Information, Applied Technology)

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong focus on safety and customer service in the daily maintenance and reliability of the site electrical and rectifier systems. The individual must closely coordinate with operations and support the needs of the plant. Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and repair root causes of equipment failure are essential. The candidate is expected to continue developing personal and technical skills and apply that knowledge to improve operations.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

• Develop into key resource for daily high voltage and rectifier maintenance support of Chemicals and/or Utilities Operations
• Drive reliability improvements through regular interaction with reliability technicians and engineers

REPORTS TO

Maintenance Supervisor

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Highly motivated, self-starter with a strong focus on customer service.
• Able to excel in a team atmosphere.
• Closely coordinate with manufacturing groups and support the needs of the area.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Active participant in the Decatur Site Safety Culture – HRP Coach preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Candidates must have an associate degree – preferably electrical or instrumentation

OR a high school (or equivalent) education AND achieve a 4 or higher in the following Work Keys subjects: Locating Information, and Applied Technology.

• Electrical (15kV and below) and rectifier experience in a chemical plant or other industrial facility
• PLC skills and experience with protection relaying a plus.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be able to read/create/markup electrical drawings
• Requires experience maintaining and troubleshooting substation switchgear equipment
• Requires experience in writing and executing electrical switching procedures
• Requires knowledge of high voltage transformers, breakers, motor starters, and motors
• Requires experience with 12 Pulse Rectifier Systems
• Requires experience with control loops, interlocks, and distributive control systems (DCS)
• Understanding of preventive maintenance strategies for switchgear and rectifier systems
• Must be willing to work call-ins, overtime and unscheduled hours as needed
• Ability to complete multiple tasks accurately and without constant supervision
• Must have basic computer skills (MS Windows, MS Office, SAP)
• Knowledge of SEL protection and metering relays is a plus

* You must be in your current role for one calendar year in order to qualify to transfer.

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers and plastics focused on improving quality of life and inspiring a better tomorrow through innovation. We are a fully integrated material solutions provider with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.

Our global workforce makes the materials used to make safer vehicles, cleaner energy, better medical devices, smarter appliances, and longer-lasting apparel and consumer goods. We are committed to safety, sustainability, and the success of our customers and our communities.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values: OARS.

Our OARS values shape how we work, lead, and grow together. We take ownership , stay accountable , operate reliably , and support one another to deliver results safely and consistently. Through clear expectations, empowered decision-making, intentional communication, and continuous feedback, we create a culture built on action, visibility, and shared success.

Together, OARS gives us a shared language and clear direction. These values guide our decisions, shape priorities and set expectations as we move forward – aligned, focused and committed to creating performance materials that improve lives today and inspire a better tomorrow.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.