Job Description

Description
Contribute. Grow. Leadwith OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people.

Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading North American manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, chlorine and caustic soda key building blocks for a variety of indispensable products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals. Other OxyChem products include caustic potash, chlorinated organics, sodium silicates, chlorinated isocyanurates and calcium chloride. OxyChem%27s market position is among the top three producers in the United States in 2020 for the principal products it manufactures and markets.

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. We are looking for self-motivated individuals with the right background to fill positions as a Maintenance Technician or I&E Technician with our Chemical Plant located in Dallas, Texas.

Essential Job Duties:

Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority.

Conduct routine operating inspections of the unit, troubleshoot operational problems and respond to area emergencies or to changing operational situations.

Make repairs to equipment and initiate maintenance action when needed utilizing SAP work notification process

Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all plant instrumentation, control systems, analyzers and electrical equipment. (I&E)

Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action. Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary.

Set up and operate limited types of shop tools and specialized test, measuring equipment and hand tools utilized in any phase of machine installation or maintenance.

Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc. (I&E)

Must be proficient in troubleshooting 120 & 240 volt AC & DC controls, 480 volt motors and switch gear. (I&E)

Research specifications for materials, testing and repair of instrumentation and electrical equipment. (I&E)

Qualifications

High School Education or GED required.

Three (3) years process instrumentation/electrical or general maintenance experience in an industrial setting OR two (2) years of experience in industry and Associates Degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology

Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&I drawings.

Proficient in maintaining process control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters.

This position requires proof of the NCCER certification prior to employment (instrumentation technician or industrial electrician).

Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

High proficiency in Microsoft applications.

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.

Must possess valid drivers license.

Additional Desired Qualifications

Additional chemical plant or manufacturing experience is preferred.

I&E

Experience with circuit breakers, motor starters, relaying, cable terminations and repairs, with an understanding of HIPOT, TTR, Phasing and Meggar testing preferred.

Good working knowledge of SAP

Oxy is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Individual with Disability/Veteran Status