Electrical, Instrumentation & Mechanical Maintenance Planner

Ashland • Texas City, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Ashland is seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation and Mechanical Maintenance Planner for its ISP Technologies, Inc. business at the Texas City, Texas plant. This onsite individual-contributor role reports to the Maintenance and Reliability Manager and plans electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical maintenance work, including work involving rotating equipment. The planner works with Maintenance Supervisors, Operations, Engineering, contractors, vendors, and OEMs to prepare work for safe and effective execution and to minimize equipment downtime.

The position supports maintenance work during shutdowns, turnarounds, commissioning, start-up, and major maintenance events. It is based in an office and plant environment, with frequent visits to operating and manufacturing areas. The schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, aligned with the maintenance department; availability outside normal hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required when mechanical or reliability issues arise. Travel within Texas or the United States for required training may be necessary.

Ashland describes the role as a full-time, salaried position and offers performance-based incentives and benefits. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of field experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical power distribution, MCCs, motors, drives, PLCs, DCS, and industrial instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Solid knowledge of rotating equipment and mechanical maintenance practices.
• Experience with maintenance management database systems; Maximo is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, loop diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and OEM manuals.
• Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance and reliability planning, troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques, mechanical standards, budgeting processes, and cost control.
• Ability to respond appropriately during site emergencies and evacuate manufacturing process areas in a timely manner.
• Ability to wear and properly use personal protective equipment required for the work and location, which may include a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as walking in and around a manufacturing facility, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and reaching, depending on work activity.
• Valid driver’s license to operate plant vehicles if needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting maintenance planning for pumps, compressors, and other rotating equipment.
• Basic mechanical maintenance background.
• Prior experience in chemical, petrochemical, or manufacturing facilities.
• Familiarity with reliability tools such as RCA, FMEA, and condition-based maintenance.
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards, codes, and regulations, including NFPA and OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical maintenance job plans covering scope, labor, materials, tools, and permits.
• Plan and schedule preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance work using the site’s computerized maintenance management system, such as Maximo.
• Review work requests to ensure work orders are properly scoped, prioritized, and ready for execution.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisors, Operations, and Engineering to align schedules and minimize equipment downtime.
• Prepare and maintain weekly and daily maintenance schedules for I&E technical and mechanical work.
• Identify required spare parts and materials, verify availability, and coordinate procurement as needed.
• Support maintenance execution during shutdowns, turnarounds, commissioning, start-up, and major maintenance events.
• Ensure maintenance plans comply with safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate job plans, equipment history, and maintenance records in the maintenance database system.
• Plan and coordinate work on rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, fans, blowers, gearboxes, agitators, and mixers.
• Develop mechanical maintenance job plans for activities such as alignment, balancing, lubrication, seal replacement, and bearing inspections.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical and rotating equipment failures to reduce recurring issues and downtime.
• Coordinate condition monitoring, including vibration analysis, oil analysis, and thermography.
• Interface with mechanical contractors, vibration vendors, and OEMs for specialized repairs and inspections.
• Contribute to organizational goals by taking initiative and focusing on performance and safety.
• Build collaborative relationships, optimize diverse talent, and use positive communication and influence to improve organizational capacity and capabilities.
• Respond appropriately during site emergencies as directed by the site emergency manager and evacuate manufacturing process areas in a timely manner.
• Wear and properly use required personal protective equipment in manufacturing process areas.
• Travel within Texas or the United States for required training, if needed.
• Operate plant vehicles if needed, using a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Team recognition rewards and monetary incentives based on performance.
• Up to 10% of annual salary bonus based on company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on Day 1 for the employee and family.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Industry-competitive salary and benefits.
• Pay-for-performance incentive plans.
• Opportunities for development and advancement throughout the global organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED