Electrical Technician
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Successful candidates will be hired initially to work temporarily at one of the client's chemical plants but will be subsequently assigned to a permanent position. Important consideration for candidates: Candidates should apply if they are willing and able to:- Accept an initial temporary assignment at a plant (Baytown, Mont Belvieu or Beaumont) for training, knowledge attainment of the client's units, procedures, processes, systems, and so on.- Accept a subsequent permanent assignment at the future facility at the time of startup or earlier.- Live in temporary housing while working at the plant with some financial assistance from the client.- Work for a company that values strong job performance with periodic performance assessments. Primary job functions:Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear included (but not limited to) the following:- Protective relays and relaying systems - Circuit breakers - Power transformers - Current and potential transformers - Meters, transducers, and power system metering - Power cables - Grounding systems - Motors and motor starters - Station batteries and chargers - Alarm systems and annunciators- Uninterruptable power supply systems- Motor operated valves- Document services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended to complete mechanical repairs- Lay out, assemble, install, test, repair and adjust electrical fixtures, equipment and wiring, including panels, breakers, and conduitPreferred knowledge, skills, abilities:- Minimum 5 years of experience as an electrician in the petrochemical industry (chemical plant, refinery, and so on.)- Completion of a recognized apprenticeship, craft training program or trade school, or military craft training program.- Demonstrated commitment to electrical safety, strong troubleshooting skills, decision making skills, problem analysis and conflict management skills, particularly in pressure situations.Experience with the following is desired:- Power distribution switching (138 kV systems and below)- Medium voltage switchgear troubleshooting and repair- Electrical testing (PDMA, Hi-Potential, insulation integrity, partial discharge and so on.)- Knowledge of NFPA 70E, NEC, and applicable OSHA standards- Transformer maintenance and testing- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) - Uninterrupted power sources (UPS systems)- Protective relay testing- Auto-transfer schemes- Infrared testing on motor control centers (MCCs)- Electrical area classification- Proficient in reading and understanding electrical diagrams and technical manuals