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Operations Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company, Norwell, MA, United States


About the role
Baytown, TX

The Operator Technician plays an important role in the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant systems and equipment. You will be responsible for monitoring, operating, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment to support plant operations while ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Start, stop, and monitor plant equipment by reading gauges, meters, and instrumentation

Record operating conditions, activities, and observations in logs and electronic records

Use computers and monitor systems to measure, record, and adjust operating parameters

Diagnose, maintain, repair, and overhaul mechanical and electrical equipment safely

Perform preventive, corrective, and improvementrelated maintenance tasks

Conduct chemical analysis and maintain proper chemical control of steam, cooling, and condensate systems

Maintain accurate chemistry logs and operational documentation

Support system improvement and plant betterment projects to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety

Support the development, revision, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Ensure compliance with plant procedures and all applicable regulatory requirements

Maintain plant security and follow site access protocols

Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and manlifts

Safely handle, transferring, and managing bulk chemicals and hazardous materials

Qualifications

High School Diploma with trade school, military service, or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of directly related experience

Experience using test equipment and calibration tools

Developing technical skills; work under guidance

Begin progress toward required certifications/licensures

Valid state driver's license

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $30-40/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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