Electrical Specialist

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Electrical Specialist

Do you have a passion for safety, solving unique challenges, driving efficiency and operational excellence? Air Products seeks a Specialist Electrical LaPorte, Baytown, and Port Arthur,TX area who embodies a safety-first mentality, takes ownership for getting results and can complete daily operating and maintenance activities. If this sounds like you, come grow with us as we continue to build a sustainable tomorrow together!

This individual will support the reliable operation of industrial electrical equipment in company owned and operated facilities the West Gulf Coast region. The role will serve as primary support for facilities in the LaPorte, Baytown, and Port Arthur area and secondary support for facilities in Louisiana. The position requires approximately 70%-75% travel away from home and will be based out of the employee's residence.

What's In It for You:

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 4 weeks for both parents)
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Many more supplemental benefits available

Job Specific Responsibilities shall include:

• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, etc.
• Understand and operate electrical test equipment (DVM, HV tester, low resistance ohmmeter, phase rotation meter, ammeter, insulation resistance tester/megger)
• Troubleshoot and repair 480V and medium voltage control circuits in industrial motor control centers
• Work independently and in group settings as required
• Don proper PPE as necessary (up to CAT 4 arc flash suit)
• This role is a safety sensitive position.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Respond to and provide technical assistance for electrical equipment problems within the facilities
• Develop and execute lockout/tagout/safe work packages for high voltage equipment maintenance and repairs
• Issue repair reports at the conclusion of critical jobs for proper historical documentation
• Execute/oversee contractors during equipment maintenance (predictive and preventive)
• Ensure adherence to internal and national standards for construction and maintenance of equipment
• Train, coach, and mentor electricians and operations staff in the preventative maintenance and operation of electrical distribution and control systems.
• 100 % compliance with safety and environmental standards
• Direct and oversee vendor shop repairs and factory testing of new equipment to ensure quality

Minimum Hiring Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• AA Degree in Electrical/Science Field is a plus
• A minimum of 5 years electrical experience in operation and maintenance of large industrial plants is required.
• Formal electrical training is preferred (emphasis on formal technical school training/apprenticeship) Previous experience working on HV substation equipment, protective relays, transformers, HV and LV motors and generators, motor control circuits, variable frequency drives, station batteries, and UPS systems.
• The position requires approximately 70%-75% travel away from home. This position is residence based. The successful candidate should reside within 1-hour of a major airport.

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At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visitAbout Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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