Maintenance Technician – Reliability & Safety Focus

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Texas is seeking a maintenance craftsperson to perform high-quality repairs on our petrochemical production equipment. You will work with a team to improve reliability and safety while adhering to all procedures and schedules.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus technical training or an apprenticeship with 5+ years of maintenance experience. Overtime and shift flexibility are expected to meet production needs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a 2-year technical program preferred.
• Completion of recognized maintenance apprenticeship program preferred.
• Must have 5+ years in petrochemical plant maintenance experience.
• Must be willing to work overtime, shift schedules and assist other craft disciplines in performing a repair task.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the job site to ensure safety before starting work.
• Determine permits, precautions, and requirements before work.
• Determine if proper parts are reserved for the Work Order and if support is available.
• Determine tools required to complete the job as described.
• Perform work safely and efficiently to high productivity and quality.
• Document the cause of failure based on observations and experience.
• Review completed job with Mechanical Supervisor for accurate equipment history entry.
• Discuss variances with Planner or Maintenance Supervisor and identify improvements.
• Suggest ways to perform the job faster, better, or at lower cost.
• Assist in training other staff.
• Promote a team environment and effective communication.
• Perform other duties as requested and report safety issues promptly.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Willing to work overtime

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical program

Maintenance apprenticeship program

Tools

Manlift operation

Drott forklift

Forklift operation

Job description

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Texas is seeking a maintenance craftsperson to perform high-quality repairs on our petrochemical production equipment. You will work with a team to improve reliability and safety while adhering to all procedures and schedules.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus technical training or an apprenticeship with 5+ years of maintenance experience. Overtime and shift flexibility are expected to meet production needs and safety standards.