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SUMMARY
The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment in a chlorine production facility. This includes critical support for DC rectifier systems used in electrochemical processes, as well as on-site power generation equipment. The role requires a high level of technical skill and adherence to strict safety and environmental standards associated with hazardous chemical operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on AC and DC electrical systems, including low- and medium-voltage power distribution (up to 69 kV).
Troubleshoot, and repair DC rectifier systems used in the chlorine electrolysis process, ensuring reliable and efficient operation.
Maintain and support on-site power generation equipment, including switchgear, generator controls, protective relays, and synchronization systems.
Troubleshoot motor control circuits, variable frequency drives (VFDs), lighting systems, and control panels.
Isolate and verify de-energization of equipment using lockout/tagout procedures per NFPA 70E and plant safety protocols.
Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, insulation resistance test sets, and thermal imagers to analyze and resolve electrical issues.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and DC system prints.
Perform maintenance on protective relays, transformers, and ground fault systems.
Support operations during plant upsets, startups, shutdowns, and scheduled turnarounds.
Accurately document maintenance activities and create notifications utilizing the works management process through SAP
Work safely in hazardous environments, including Class I, Division 2 areas.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Minimum combination of 5 years relevant training and industrial journeyman Electrical experience
Associate’s degree in electrical technology or equivalent field is preferred.
A background in electronics, computer literacy, maintenance experience, and troubleshooting skills desired
Excellent Mechanical Aptitude and the ability to comprehend and apply technical and service manual information.
Must be able to acquire and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Lake Charles, Louisiana
Industry
Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals
Company Size
100 to 499 employees
Year Founded
1986
Website
http://www.westlakegroup.com/
About Company
Westlake Chemical (NYSE: WLK) makes chemical and plastic products. We are a quality manufacturer and dependable global supplier of petrochemicals, plastics and building products. Our mission is to serve our clients by enhancing daily life through the products and services we provide.
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Electrical Componentsunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Electrochemistryunmatched
Electronicsunmatched
Entrepreneurshipunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
Medium Voltage (MV)unmatched
Motor Control Systemsunmatched
National Electrical Codeunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Power Generationunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
SAPunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Schematicsunmatched
Startupunmatched
Switchgearunmatched
Technical Writingunmatched
Thermal Analysisunmatched
Variable Speed Drive (VSD)unmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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