Maintenance Electrical Technician

Dow•Plaquemine, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com. About you and this role Dow is seeking our next Maintenance Electrical Technician to support Louisiana Operations in Plaquemine, LA. You will provide maintenance electrical technical input and oversight for the daily technical support necessary to maintain safe and reliable operation of the Maintenance equipment in the facility. Participate on maintenance team which supports reliability improvement across all Operations facilities. This role requires advanced skills and expertise in a range of processes, procedures, and systems, and/or specialized technical expertise within an analytical/scientific method or operational process to perform a broad range of complex work assignments. You may act as a working team lead, providing subject matter guidance and coordinating work of others.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required.
At least 5 years of relevant experience required.
A valid US Driver's license required.
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser).
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
Electrical Expertise: Maintain, repair, and install industrial electrical systems and components.
Maintenance Planning: Manage work orders, estimate resources, and coordinate execution using tools like SAP.
Safety Leadership: Enforce electrical safety protocols and lead high-risk work compliance.
Troubleshooting: Quickly diagnose and resolve electrical issues to reduce downtime.
Team Leadership & Communication: Guide teams, write procedures, and coordinate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage Electrical work orders, from the moment work is identified until it can be handed over to appropriate individuals, internal or external, for execution.
Provide project management of other system planners or contractors to develop detailed elements of overall package preparation.
Identify required manpower, materials, equipment, and services. This includes:
Estimating repairing, replacing and installing motors, A/C and D/C VFD's, electrical circuits and MCC starters.
Estimating repairing, replacing, and installing conduit, wiring and electrical equipment.
Estimating the replacement, adjusting, maintaining, and repairing electrical distribution center breakers.
Estimating repairing and replacing controls communication networks.
Perform accurate job cost estimates.
Utilize SAP and maintenance planning board and PM administration/creation.
Adhere to established work processes and practices.
Ensure compliance with established processes and guidelines, including permitting, isolations and risk identification.
Perform routine maintenance on production equipment and perform repair on them when necessary.
Troubleshooting: identify a problem and offer logical solutions to them.
Wire machines and electrical panels in line with prints.
Respond quickly to emergency situations.
Utilization of every tool, which may include drills, mechanical saws, sanders, and buffers.
Browse schematics and use tools and diagnostic devices to service and install electrical components.
Approves Energized Electrical Work <=600V (i.e. approves new procedures or work that does not have an approved procedure).
Provides guidance and leadership in the application of Dow electrical safety practices and design guidelines.
Identify where equipment isolation may/will require the application of temporary protective grounds (TPG’s).
Understand the applicability of the S-340 De-Energized Electrical Work Process (DEWP) at LAO and the FER’s role in validating a DEWP.
Understand the applicability of the EWP-30 Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP) and the roles involved in writing an EEWP.
Writes electrical operation, isolation, and maintenance procedures.
Assist in training on procedures where appropriate.
Implements new procedure and procedure improvements via the MOC process.
Provide assistance with transitional switching activities within the plant facilities. (It is highly recommended that an FER always be present for transitional switching activities and such requirement be included on the facilities switching procedures.)

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)