Power Distribution Technician Job – Gaston, SC

Why You'll Love This Job

The Power Distribution Technician is primarily responsible for the safe, reliable operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and improvement of the site electrical power distribution system, including equipment from the 13.8 kV incoming supply through the 480 V distribution switchgear. The position also provides electrical and instrumentation (E&I) maintenance support in other plant areas as operational needs require. Employees are expected to develop and maintain cross-functional skills through training, qualification, and assigned work while retaining power distribution as the position’s primary area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, test, repair, and support commissioning of industrial power distribution equipment, including switchgear, circuit breakers, protective relays, transformers, controls, and auxiliary equipment.
Support operation and maintenance of the site electrical distribution system from 13.8 kV incoming supply through 480 V switchgear.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and engineering specifications.
Use electrical test instruments and diagnostic equipment for inspection, troubleshooting, testing, calibration, commissioning, and repair.
Assist with capital projects, electrical system upgrades, installation, commissioning, and turnover activities.
Identify equipment deficiencies and reliability risks; recommend corrective actions and preventive maintenance activities.
Plan and execute maintenance work; identify required materials and document activities in SAP or designated systems.
Support preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and installation of electrical, instrumentation, and process equipment.
Support Operations, Maintenance, Construction, and other groups during troubleshooting, outages, startups, projects, and urgent equipment needs.
Follow all safety, environmental, and work process requirements, including LTCT, MOC, confined space entry, and electrical safety practices.
Maintain safe work areas and communicate equipment status, work progress, and shift turnover information.
Participate in cross-training, skills development, required site training, and the Maintenance Skills Progression Program.
Work independently or as part of a team and perform other duties as assigned consistent with qualifications and safety requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or GED.
Must meet at least one of the following:
Minimum of three (3) years of industrial electrical maintenance, power distribution, or electrical utility experience.
Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Electrical & Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical discipline.
Equivalent combination of relevant technical education, military training, and hands-on electrical maintenance experience.
Experience or demonstrated knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including three-phase power distribution, electrical controls, and equipment troubleshooting.
Valid driver's license.

Preferred

Experience with low- and medium-voltage distribution equipment, switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, protective relays, and motor control centers.
Experience performing preventive maintenance, electrical testing, troubleshooting, or commissioning of power distribution equipment.
Experience in chemical manufacturing, power generation, electrical utilities, or other continuous-process industrial environments.
Technical training or certification in electrical testing, power distribution, or substation maintenance.
Experience using SAP or a comparable maintenance management system.

Competencies

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
Knowledge of electrical systems, protection, troubleshooting, and safe work practices.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, planning, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Willingness to cross-train, complete required qualifications, and support other maintenance areas as needed.
Knowledge of medium-voltage systems, preventive maintenance practices, NFPA standards, power quality, VFDs, PLCs, DCSs, and industrial instrumentation.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people’s lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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