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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.

About You and this Role

Dow has an opening for a High Voltage Switchman in the Power Distribution group at the Freeport, Texas location.

In this job, you will be responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of the 345kV, 138 kV, 69 kV, 15kV and 2.4kV electrical distribution systems in Plants A, B, Oyster Creek, and Stratton Ridge.

Responsibilities

• Apply Dow global work processes and Dow electrical safety standards to write safe work permits (confined space, excavation, elevated safe work, EWP-13 Reviews and Electrical Safe Work Permit (ESWP), etc.)
• Switch out and clear the high voltage electrical equipment.
• Seamlessly transfer substations and breakers.
• Write detailed/quality job procedures.
• Initial troubleshooting high and low voltage electrical issues (transformers, breakers, switchgear, etc.)
• First and last response to electrical issues within the power distribution system.
  

A very strong safety focus is required. The selected candidate must have experience and knowledge of medium to high voltage electrical distribution and transmission systems. The candidate will be responsible for identifying and communicating hazards around transmission lines and substations. The candidate will be involved in developing and using procedures to perform their job tasks. The candidate will need to have excellent people skills which will allow them to effectively interface with peers and leaders across Texas Operations.

This job will involve significant amount of driving within a 15-mile radius to the various electrical facilities around Texas Operations. Safe driving skills and ability to work independently is a must. The job will require climbing ladders, kneeling on the floor to rack out metal clad breakers, walking in the pole lines, opening high voltage switches, and at times working in elevated positions.

Normal working schedule is days Monday - Friday. Due to the nature of the job, you will typically start permitting around 6:30 am and close out permits around 6:00 pm on a rotating basis working in cooperation with other Switchmen in the department. Selected candidate will be expected to serve as a member of department hurricane duty personnel and will be on continuous 24/7 call-out status within a 45-minute maximum response time of the site with regard to off hour electrical distribution system issues.

The Power Distribution team is a highly empowered team and is a salaried operation, however this role is still eligible for overtime pay. Preference will be given to those that can demonstrate a history of working with these values.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required and one of the following:
• An Electrical Certification or License.
• An Associate’s degree or higher in Electrical or Instrumentation.
• Currently enrolled in an Associate degree or higher in Electrical or Instrumentation

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in the chemical/petrochemical industry.
• Expected to serve hurricane duty.
• On call on continuous 24/7 call-out status.
• Must live or relocate within a 45-minute maximum response time of the site.
• Must have a current, valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work weekends, and holidays, if required.
• Must be willing to work overtime (extra hours beyond your regular scheduled) if required.
• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
• 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.

Preferred Skills

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in low, medium and high voltage electrical distribution systems (2.4 – 345 kV).
• Line Crew experience.
• Software experience in Outlook, Word, Excel and SAP would be an asset.

Additional Notes

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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 shoes.
• Work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground.
• Able to stand 50% of the time.
• Lift a minimum of 55 lbs.
• This role does involve elevated work on an infrequent basis.
• Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety 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 and emotional 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.
• Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
• 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.
• Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
  • 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.

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.