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I&E TECHNICIAN

AirProducts  - Baytown, TX
Thursday, November 05, 2009

Air Products & Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an experienced Instrumentation and Electrical Technician at our Baytown, Texas facility.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The basic function of this role is to provide necessary technical and hands on support to continuously improve plant instrument/electrical and DCS equipment integrity, reliability, cost and on stream factor.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SPECIFIC DUTIES:

* Participate actively in department/plant safety programs. Promote safety rules and regulations
* Investigate equipment failures, determine root cause of failure, and recommend appropriate solutions to reduce reoccurrence of/or eliminate cause of failure.
* Recommend and specify alterations and revisions to improve equipment requirement and/or system reliability/capacity.
* Provide hands on support as required to resolve Instrument/Electrical field problems as they occur.
* Assist in the development, implementation, and periodic review of preventative/predictive maintenance programs to reduce unplanned shutdowns and improve overall plant on stream capability.
* Keep abreast of and evaluate new methodologies, work practices, equipment, instrumentation, controls, technology, etc., for application and use within the plant.
* Participate in the planning and execution of minor and major shutdowns. Provide technical and hands on support as required during shutdowns.
* Maintain an error free execution. Pay very close attention to details and executes work to the highest possible standard. Apply a Continuous Improvement philosophy to daily work.
* Assist in the development and ongoing improvement of the plant mechanical integrity program.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Five (5) years minimum maintenance experience in a petrochemical or manufacturing environment. Two-year Associate degree in Electrical/Instrumentation discipline or High School diploma followed by apprenticeship training or Military experience relating to Electrical/Instrumentation.

Entry level candidates with SkillsUSA membership and the ability to demonstrate PDP leadership competencies are strongly encouraged to apply.

We offer excellent pay and a full benefits package, including affordable medical/dental coverages, life insurance, pension and 401k, paid holidays and vacation.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. Please apply specifically to Job Req #3231BR.

If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

Baytown, TX

Baytown, Texas



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