Electrician, Ferndale Refinery

Phillips 66•Ferndale, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician, Ferndale Refinery is responsible for maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, and installing electrical power systems up to 13.8kv. This work involves the use of hand and power tools and necessary diagnostic equipment. This position requires the successful completion of an online assessment. If you meet the required qualifications of the position, a link to complete the assessment will be emailed to you immediately after your completed application is received. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the email. The assessment must be completed within 7 days of your application date OR prior to the job posting expiration date (May 3, 2026), whichever is earlier. Your assessment results will be valid for one year. This position is on a 4/10 work schedule.

Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license
Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
Journey-level Electrician with a current EL01 card
2 or more years of experience as a Journey-level Industrial Electrician
Experience with the following:
3-phase wiring and motor troubleshooting
Electrical fittings, cable tray systems, and seal systems
Basic shop mathematics and material dimensions including pipe sizes and schedules, alloy material awareness and use
National Electrical Code
Creating sketches and interpreting P&IDs and single line drawings
Using Microsoft Office applications
Willing and able to perform/comply with the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends and holidays
Be on call and respond to refinery emergencies during off-hours
Work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines
Climb structures up to 250 feet in height using stairs and ladders.
Lifting, pushing, and pulling articles up to 60 pounds and grasping up to 100 pounds of grip force
Work around toxic chemicals, including acids and bases
Work around hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat
Work in enclosed spaces such as tanks and silos
Work outside in harsh weather conditions
Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel-toe shoes, ear and eye protection)
Wear a protective arc flash suit, along with other electrical safety equipment, as required
Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of direct experience working in an industrial plant maintenance role including a refinery and/or chemical industry
Experience with SAP’s Maintenance Module or other ERP Maintenance modules
Working knowledge of Electrical Safe Work Practices (NFPA 70E)
Experience with electrical distribution switchgear protective relay systems maintenance and testing
Experience with hand signals for lifting

Responsibilities

Follow all refinery safe practices and procedures
Communicate all safety concerns and incidents to supervisor immediately
Communicate work status, findings, and improvement opportunities to supervision
Obtain appropriate work permits and perform a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to starting work
Understand the refinery's electrical infrastructure and general electrical principles to work efficiently and effectively
Troubleshoot, repair, and perform other maintenance tasks on electrical equipment including electric motors, protective relays, starter controls, VFDs, wiring systems, overhead lines, heat tracing systems, uninterruptable power supplies, batteries, generators, lighting fixtures, cord sets, grounding, etc
Install conduit and pulling wire as required
Configure, install, and commission new electrical equipment
Research and retrieve equipment information using the internet, plant equipment files, and communication with vendors
Read and interpret loop drawings, P&IDs, wiring schematics, single line diagrams, etc
Use computers and software applications to enter and retrieve data
Determine appropriate tools and levels of PPE required for work based on arc flash potential and electrical safety considerations
Operate all available mobile equipment including aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks, fork lifts
Effectively use test equipment including multi-meters, insulation testers (meggers), battery testers, and signal generators
Perform work activities that include pulling, lifting, twisting, working in confined spaces, and on elevated platforms requiring fall protection
Provide proper housekeeping of work areas, vehicles, and tools
Perform any other tasks as assigned by management to the level of training of the individual