Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Shift 2)

Job Description:

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Huntsman is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in Ringwood, Illinois. This position will report to the Manager Title.

Shift 2: Monday to Friday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Job Scope

We are currently looking for a dynamic individual as an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician for our Polyurethanes organization at our plant located in Ringwood, Illinois.

Under indirect supervision, perform maintenance and repairs on the facility’s electrical, instrumentation, and machine control systems, ensuring that all work is completed within industrial standards, codes, and time frame expectations.

In summary, as the Electrical & Instrumentation Technician, you will:

• Perform work comfortably as part of a team or solo.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and instrumentation utilizing test equipment and documentation.
• Install and maintain various types of building electrical systems, instrumentation, machine controls, PLCs, HMIs, and other plant electrical equipment with voltages up to 480VAC.
• Monitor the performance of electrical systems and instrumentation equipment for hazards, performance, or replacement.
• Interpret blueprints; work from work orders, sketches, and/or verbal instructions to modify electrical equipment.
• Appropriately use electric test equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement of workplace safety, environmental practices, and equipment.
• Participate in the development and continuous improvement of the preventive maintenance program and associated documentation.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system for work assignments and documentation.
• Perform mechanical duties as needed, such as initial repair troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Please note that this position is not approved for sponsorship at this time or in the future. We are currently considering local candidates only.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in the following:
  • Working with electrical systems, plant instrumentation systems and color-coded wiring
  • Using electrical test equipment, hand tools, and power tools
  • Basic experience using computers/software for maintenance tasks (e.g., systems, reporting, or work orders)
  • Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Prior industrial or manufacturing electrical experience is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician's License preferred.

Working Environment

• Work involves exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.
• Considerable physical activity, including heavy physical work; lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 60 pounds, and/or working in elevated locations up to 35 feet.
• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and include the use of protective equipment.
• Work is done in a 7-day shift system, with an on-call schedule.

What can we offer you?

Salary range $42 - $44 hourly

The compensation range reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of business-related factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training.

Huntsman offers outstanding benefits which start from Day One:

• Competitive healthcare, dental, and vision.

• One additional week of paid time off - on top of vacation.

• 401k - Huntsman automatically contributes 6% of eligible pay, regardless of employee contribution. In addition to the 6%  non-discretionary contribution, Huntsman will match $1 for every $1 you contribute up to a maximum match of 4% of eligible pay.

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