High Voltage Electrical Technician

About the role

This role will provide technical assistance to field personnel in the areas of medium/high voltage motors and distribution equipment. Air Liquide is hiring for a High Voltage Electrical Technician in Pasadena, TX.

Job Responsibilities

• Support and comply with all Air Liquide safety, health, and environmental procedures and policies
• Provide technical assistance to field personnel in the areas of medium/high voltage motors and distribution equipment
• Manage preventive maintenance (PM) of electrical equipment during turnarounds
• Direct and oversee vendor shop repairs on high voltage equipment and motors to insure highest quality work and adherence to Air Liquide standards
• Ensure proper documentation of work within CMMS (Maximo)
• Develop detailed scopes for electrical projects and maintenance activity
• Coordinate technicians, both AL and contract, to execute maintenance work
• Lead mentoring and training of facility operations and technical staff in understanding the operation and maintenance of electrical systems and controls
• Maintain 95% or greater compliance in PM program and 100% EIS PM compliance
• Dedicated to achieving and maintaining no past due Electrical PM's
• Ensure proper planning of work orders utilizing Maximo
• Actively promote improving PM details and Job Plans following proper procedure
• Insure PM and PdM programs are being executed and follow up work is performed and documented
• Assist in analysis and follow up on PdM data (thermography, relay and breaker testing, transformer oil/gas test, PD and PI of motors, etc.)
• Actively lead and participate in Root Cause Analysis and Vulnerability Studies
• Develop and modify maintenance strategies based on RCA, VS and Risk Analysis findings
• Plan, manage, and execute major electrical maintenance activities and turnarounds
• Complete major maintenance activities on schedule and budget
• Participate in and understand the R&M budgeting process
• Participate in development of annual maintenance schedule, budget and turnaround plans
• Understand and promote the MRPL Maintenance Management Process
• Utilize the MRPL Maintenance Center & Corporate standards
• Provide feedback to improve the spare parts stocking at each plant
• Ensure spare parts are adequately stocked, stored and replenished as needed
• Work closely with contractors & monitor contractor work quality and cost
• Assist Maintenance Team in maintaining equipment manuals
• Make suggestions to improve plant safety, efficiency, reliability, and quality
• Committed to solving and completing all types of Action Items
• Lead by example and motivate others to excel and succeed
• Set and maintain high housekeeping standards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 5+ years experience in plant electrical maintenance activities
• Experience with medium/high voltage distribution systems and motors
• Experience in troubleshooting plant electrical maintenance problems
• Working knowledge on the use of a CMMS, Maximo preferred
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks & prioritize work
• Experience in proactive planning and scheduling of maintenance
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office software
• Strong verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to work extended hours, be on call and shift work as business needs dictate

Physical Requirements

• Has full range of motion and ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb and ascend vertical ladders as required

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 year Technical Degree

Benefits

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Early Access: Your benefits start on the first day of employment