At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

 

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Instrument & Electrical Technician located in Freeport, Texas.

About You and This Role:

You will provide maintenance craft specific support to plants. You will maintain and repair all types of equipment within craft knowledge and expertise. You will be required to broadened technical skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities. You may act as an informal resource for team members with less experience.

Responsibilities:

Diagnoses and corrects equipment problemsCalibrates and aligns equipmentCompletes preventative maintenance activitiesChecks sizing of components and partsSpecifies, requisitions, and installs parts and equipmentCoordinates maintenance spare partsAssists in planning, prioritizing, and scheduling maintenance through planner, work coordinator and operations inputSets up and calibrates, tests, measures and repairs all types of controls and instruments with pneumatic, electrical, and electronic variablesRepairs, maintains and installs equipment and machinery which is used in the processTroubleshoots and repairs malfunctions and documents failure analysis.Collects equipment operation and history data to facilitate reliability improvementsWorks within established Maintenance Work Processes and helps resolve issues that surface as a result of planning and scheduling work

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required A minimum of 2 years of Electrical & Instrumentation Technician experience or an associate degree or higher in Instrumentation or four years of relevant military experience.Must have the ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights using safety harnesses. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety harnesses and related equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.Must have the ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime and holidays as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this positionMust have a current, valid US driver’s license for driving a forklift or a company vehicle  A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process

Physical Requirements: 

Must be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation.Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoesWear and use respiratorsPerform frequent bending, reaching, and liftingWork in tight or closed-in spacesClimb stairs/ladders and work high off the groundStand or walk for extended periods of timeFrequent/occasional lifting of material weighing approximately 50 lbsMust have the ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights using safety harnesses. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety harnesses and related equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. Competitive yearly vacation allowance.Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.Additionally, some of our locations might offer:Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment.  We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.