Electrical Maintenance Specialist
Beaumont, Texas, United States · Full Time
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- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- USD 90,000 – USD 115,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Licensed journeyman electrician or associate/bachelor degree in electrical engineering technology
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Role
A chemical industry employer near Beaumont is searching for an electrical reliability and maintenance expert particularly skilled in power systems. This independent role involves maintaining and troubleshooting complex industrial electrical distribution equipment including substations, breakers, switchgear, UPS systems, transformers, and synchronous motors rated up to 30,000 HP, handling voltages from 4.1 kV to 138 kV.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently execute hands-on maintenance tasks or collaborate with technicians.
- Operate and manage electrical infrastructure such as switchgear, transformers, substations, electrical boxes, and UPS units.
- Work extensively with high-power motors exceeding 30,000 HP capacity.
- Plan and conduct preventative maintenance, non-destructive testing (NDT), and oil analysis on all equipment.
- Support Turnaround (TAR) planning and assist in scheduling and execution of maintenance operations.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with operations teams and engineering departments to ensure smooth plant functioning.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Must be a licensed journeyman electrician or hold an associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology or a closely related discipline.
- Possess at least five years of hands-on experience working with medium voltage electrical systems.
- Demonstrated extensive background in preventative and predictive maintenance and reliability of electrical systems.
- Significant experience working directly in operation environments rather than office work.
- Familiarity with chemical production facilities, oil and gas processing, refining, petrochemical plants, or utilities and cogeneration facilities is highly preferable.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring current or future visa sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The position offers a salary ranging from $90,000 to $115,000 annually, with overtime remuneration available for hours exceeding 40 weekly. A company vehicle is also included as a benefit.
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree