Maintenance Technician

At a glance

Position:Maintenance Technician

Primary Location:Hahnville (LA, USA), Louisiana, United States of America

Schedule:Full time

Date Posted:02/20/2025

Job Number:R2058528

Position Type:Regular

Workplace Type:Onsite

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.

About you and this role

Your role as a SIM Instrument Technician will be to provide instrument maintenance support for the Central Maintenance Shop at the St. Charles Site. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining and repairing all types of pneumatic, electronic, gas detector, and instrument equipment used in the related manufacturing process.

You will have an exciting opportunity to take part in a joint venture between Dow and Diamond Infrastructure Solutions.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining and repairing all types of instrument systems

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and replace defective components on instrumentation

Ability to read electrical, logic, and loop diagrams

Electronic troubleshooting and repair skills are used

Check Calibrations on gauge, absolute, and differential pressure cells

Check transmitters for flow indication accuracy

Check transmitters for level indication accuracy

Check conductivity meters for accuracy

Check transmitters for temperature indicated accuracy

Perform routine checks and calibrations on shut-down systems. Ex. Triconex, modicon, relay logic, ABB

Recalibrate instrument during major overhaul

Calibrate electronic transmitters (Non smart transmitters with zero span adjustments)

Calibrate pneumatic transmitters

Calibrate final control mechanisms, such as automatically controlled valves or positioners

Calibrate and zero-unit combustible detectors

Calibrate mass flow meters, such as Coriolis meters

Calibrate and repair transducers/isolators and converters

Check and set regulators

Check and set vacuum, pressure, and temperature switches

Check and calibrate speed transmitters

Check and calibrate vibration equipment

Check and calibrate smart transmitters (using communicator/computer interface)

Procedure use - this includes field use, review, revise, and development of procedures

Demonstrate the use of the following test equipment (Multimeter, Continuity Tester, Megohmmeter (Megger) and

Voltage Tester, such as a Fluke T5-1000 or Tegam

Identify and explain ground fault circuit interrupters

Properly identify, install/connect and support various lighting fixture systems (Fluorescent, Incandescent, Industrial weatherproof/hazardous lighting, metal halide, etc.)

Read and interpret a SEOLD - Safe Electrical One Line Diagram and identify and understand auxiliary circuits associated with each piece of equipment

Specify, comply and verify equipment for hazardous area classifications according to the hazardous area classification drawing

Test to identify grounds, opens, insulation integrity and shorts, perform preventative, predictive maintenance (PPM) and hook-up using different transformer nameplate diagrams

Operate a main-tie-main system (i.e., dual voltage source, redundant supply)

Identify and connect motor controls for specific applications

Required Qualifications

Must have a High School diploma or GED and one of the following:

2-year Instrumentation Degree, an Electronics Degree, or similar. In lieu of a degree Dow will consider those with 4 or more years of relevant Military training/experience

Able to work on a 4-10 schedule (4 days per week at 10 hours per day) with occasional overtime as dictated by business needs. Participates in an after-hour call rotation for night and weekend coverage

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.)

Current, valid US driver?s license

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.

Preferred Qualifications

SAP Experience

ADEPT Experience

Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and can learn new systems quickly

Ability to read Process Instrument Diagrams (PID) and schematics

NCCER Certification obtained through an Instructor Led Training Program

Physical Demands

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

Lift, push, and pull.

Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting

Stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders.

Work in tight and closed in spaces.

Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator.

Work in an area of intense or continuous noise.

Work in an area with hazardous materials.

Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.

Skills

Computer Acumen:Ability to understand and use technology to solve problems and achieve goals

Troubleshooting: Trace and correct faults in a mechanical or electronic system

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with strong reading comprehension and listening skills

Multi-tasking:Ability to manage multiple competing priorities

Leadership: Ability to motivate and guide others to achieve a common goal

Self-Starter:Ability to begin work or undertake a project on your own initiative

Safety Conscious:Mustbe aware of potentional hazards and dangers, and being prepared to handle them

Reliability:Ability to meet commitments, deadlines and standards of performance

Additional Notes

No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

We do not offer relocation assistance for Dow jobs like this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.

Benefits ? What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

+ 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)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

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 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. 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 visitingwww.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment.

We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.

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