Industrial Electrician

OxyChem•Wichita, KS

34d

About The Position

OxyChem is hiring an Industrial Electrician to support electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment. The role performs preventative maintenance, troubleshoots and repairs electrical equipment, maintains department records and resources, and provides technical assistance to production and engineering groups. The electrician uses SAP to manage spares, equipment history, scheduling, and work orders, and helps maintain electronic and hardcopy instrument files. The position supports a 24/7 manufacturing operation and requires a strong commitment to safety, environmental protection, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Journeyman’s License.
At least 5 years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, or at least 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience with completion of an accredited electrical training program.
High level of safety and environmental awareness.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read and comprehend detailed written instructions.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
Proficiency troubleshooting 120-volt AC controls, 480V, 2400V, and 13.8 kV switchgear.
Working knowledge of motor repair, inspection, and troubleshooting motor control systems.
Working knowledge of inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of distribution and power transformers.
Proficiency troubleshooting with loop drawings, schematics, ladder logic, and P&I drawings.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work overtime to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
Computer knowledge.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift 40 pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and perform walking, bending, and stooping.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including a respirator, and respond to visual and audible alarms.

Responsibilities

Protect the environment and the health and safety of employees, customers, and the communities where OxyChem operates or transports products.
Perform work carefully and reliably to support high-quality products and dependable work sites.
Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment at prescribed intervals.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems, consulting vendors directly for resolution when necessary.
Maintain, update, report, requisition, and document Electrical department records and resources, including equipment, tools, spare parts, outside repairs, specifications, equipment history, vendor resources, and library resources.
Write notifications documenting findings.
Provide technical assistance to production and engineering groups regarding new applications and modifications of electrical equipment.
Use SAP for spares, history, and scheduling; write, plan, schedule, execute, and close work orders.
Help maintain and update electronic files and hardcopy instrument files.
Stay informed and educated on current safety, technical, and quality practices to support continuous improvement.
Keep the shop, tools, and work area organized and clean, and maintain prints and files in their proper places.