Industrial Maintenance Technician – Petrochemical Plants

Westlake; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a maintenance craftsperson to perform high-quality repairs in our Texas plant. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning job-site evaluation, permit and part checks, tool planning, and thorough post-work documentation.

You will contribute to the Reliability Improvement Program while supporting peers and training others. The qualified candidate will have a HS diploma or equivalent, with preference for a 2-year industrial maintenance

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer completion of a 2-year technical program (Industrial Maintenance).
• Prefer completion of a recognized maintenance apprenticeship program.
• 5+ years in petrochemical plant maintenance experience.
• Willing to work overtime and varying shift schedules; ability to operate mobile equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the job site to ensure safety for crew and team.
• Determine permits, precautions, and requirements before starting work.
• Identify required parts and support for the Work Order.
• Plan tools and resources to complete the job as described.
• Execute work safely and efficiently, maintaining high productivity.
• Clean area after work completion and document failure causes from observations.
• Review completed work with Mechanical Supervisor to update equipment history.
• Discuss variances with Planner or Maintenance Supervisor to identify improvements.
• Offer feedback on faster, better, or lower-cost approaches.
• Assist in training of others and contribute to a team environment.

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical program (Industrial Maintenance)

Maintenance apprenticeship program

5+ years petrochemical plant maintenance experience

Mobile equipment operation (e.g., manlift, drott, forklift)

Tools

Mobile equipment operation

Job description

Westlake is seeking a maintenance craftsperson to perform high-quality repairs in our Texas plant. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning job-site evaluation, permit and part checks, tool planning, and thorough post-work documentation.

You will contribute to the Reliability Improvement Program while supporting peers and training others. The qualified candidate will have a HS diploma or equivalent, with preference for a 2-year industrial maintenance