Industrial Electrician

Albemarle Corporation; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development resources

Job summary

Albemarle Corporation in Pasadena, TX is seeking an Industrial Electrician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical systems supporting petrochemical operations. The role is onsite, with responsibilities spanning motors, controls, and power distribution, requiring strong safety focus.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, an electrical license or equivalent certification, and at least 5 years of industry experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Electrical state license or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical experience in petrochemical/chemical/refining/manufacturing environments.
• Experience maintaining and repairing industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical controls, motors, and distribution systems.
• Working knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems.
• Experience with low- and medium-voltage equipment, including switchgear, transformers, breakers, relays, and splices.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance in hazardous environments.
• Good communication and collaboration across functions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment in manufacturing facility.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, controls, lighting, switchgear, transformers, and distribution systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, loop sheets, isometric drawings, and manuals.
• Utilize diagnostic testing equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and frequency meters.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems and motor-related issues with accurate maintenance documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance to establish priorities and safely execute work.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read electrical schematics

Safety and compliance

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical State License or equivalent certification

Associate of Science in Electrical Technology

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Frequency meters

Transformers knowledge

Job description

Be an essential element to a brighter future.

We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.

Job Description

Albemarle is hiring for an Industrial Electrician in Pasadena, Texas. This position will be onsite.

This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical systems and equipment that support safe, reliable, and efficient petrochemical manufacturing operations.

What You Will Do

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical and electronic equipment used throughout the manufacturing facility
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, controls, lighting systems, switchgear, transformers, busses, circuit breakers, relays, and electrical distribution systems
• Install, splice, terminate, test, and repair low- and medium-voltage electrical systems, feeders, and associated equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, loop sheets, isometric drawings, and technical manuals
• Utilize diagnostic and testing equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, frequency meters, and other electronic testing devices
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems and motor-related issues while maintaining accurate maintenance documentation
• Install conduit, wiring, cable tray systems, and associated electrical infrastructure
• Operate mobile equipment as required to support maintenance activities
• Support hazardous waste management activities in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, and fellow craft personnel to establish priorities and safely execute work
• Participate in cross-training activities, including Instrument Technician responsibilities as required
• Support plant uptime through overtime, call-out, or shift coverage as needed

What You Bring

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Electrical State License or equivalent certification
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical experience in a petrochemical, chemical, refining, manufacturing, or similar industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical controls, motors, and distribution systems
• Working knowledge of alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) electrical systems
• Experience working with low- and medium-voltage equipment, including switchgear, transformers, breakers, relays, and splicing
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance within a hazardous industrial environment
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions

Preferred:

• Associate of Science degree in Electrical Technology or a related field
• Experience with petrochemical or chemical processing facilities
• Knowledge of flare ignition systems, BMS systems, and advanced industrial control systems
• Experience maintaining mobile equipment electrical systems
• Instrumentation experience or willingness to cross-train into Instrument Technician responsibilities
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Experience working in a 24/7 manufacturing environment

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to perform frequent walking, bending, stooping, climbing, crouching, twisting, reaching, and ladder work
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work at elevated heights and around moving mechanical equipment
• Must possess the visual acuity, depth perception, color recognition, and hearing ability necessary to safely perform job duties
• Ability to safely respond to plant alarms and emergency situations
• Willingness to work around chemical manufacturing processes and follow all safety requirements

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.