Electrical Technician - LDPE Electrical Maintenance

Formosa Plastics•Point Comfort, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician will monitor the process in the area of responsibility to ensure equipment and control parameters are functioning as designed. The goal is to ensure the process is operated in a safe and efficient manner. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment and systems, installing electrical equipment and control devices/circuits, and running electrical conduit, cable tray with associated fittings and wiring. The technician will also calibrate protective relays and transducers, troubleshoot and program various V.F.D.s, and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in various laboratory equipment. The position requires working outside normal shift hours as needed and maintaining regular and reliable attendance. Adherence to all company policies and procedures, including ISO, personnel, quality, environmental, health, safety, regulatory, and company requirements, is mandatory. The role also includes compliance with NTG (Nothing Touching the Ground) requirements, including daily audits, and active participation in Operation Clean Sweep to ensure employees are aware of and accountable for pellet loss prevention, containment, cleanup, and disposal. Other tasks and duties assigned by the Supervisor may involve performing tests and PM on specific equipment such as 480V, 4160V and 13.8KV SWGR, 13.8KV Capacitor Banks, 13.8/4.16KV and 13.8KV/480V Transformers, 1000 HP 500V DC Motor and Controller, 4160V and 480V MCC, UPS System, and 480V, 4160V and 13.8KV Motors.

Requirements

2 years of experience and a high school diploma or equivalent; Or Associate’s degree in Electrical or related fields
Problem-solving mindset
Troubleshooting and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently
Preventive maintenance knowledge
Good communication skills
Accountability and reliability
Self-motivated, curious and eager to learn
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
An Associate’s degree in Electrical or related fields or an NCCER Certification or a minimum of two (2) years of plant electrical maintenance experience
Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire
Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan
Must participate in the following subject training and pass required certifications

Nice To Haves

Safety Certification or safety classes
VFD and programming experience

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot electrical equipment malfunctions
Repair electrical equipment & systems
Install electrical equipment and control devices/circuits
Run electrical conduit, cable tray with associated fitting and wirings
Calibrate protective relays and transducers
Troubleshoot and program various V.F.D.
Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in various laboratory equipment
Work outside normal shift hours as needed
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Adhere to all company policies and procedures including but not limited to, ISO, personnel, quality, environmental, health, safety, regulatory and company requirements
Comply with NTG (Nothing Touching the Ground) requirements. Including daily audits
Be active in Operation Clean Sweep, and ensure employees are aware of and accountable for pellet loss prevention, containment, cleanup and disposal
Perform test and PM on following equipment: 480V, 4160V and 13.8KV SWGR, 13.8KV Capacitor Banks, 13.8/4.16KV and 13.8KV/480V Transformers, 1000 HP 500V DC Motor and Controller, 4160V and 480V MCC, UPS System, 480V, 4160V and 13.8KV Motors