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Senior Maintenance Technician
At a glance
Position:Senior Maintenance Technician
Primary locationFreeport (TX, USA), Texas, United States of America
Schedule:Full time
Date Posted:04/22/2024
Job Number:R2049829
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.
About You and this Role
The Dow Chemical Company has an exciting opportunity for aHeavy Lift, Crane & Rigging Technical ExpertinFreeport, TX.
The Heavy Lift, Crane & Rigging Technical Expert has the primary functional responsibility of providing Crane & Rigging technical support for Maintenance, Capitol Projects, MRO, and Turnarounds Texas Operations.
Responsibilities
Ensure all elements of the Global, Life Critical, and Site Safety Standards are effectively integrated into job plans.
Primary point of contact for external Crane support.
Inboard and outboard inspections of cranes for their safe operation, crane inspection reports and operator certifications.
Assess planned activities to determine applicability of Crane standard and OSHA 1926.1400.
Support Planning & Scheduling Activities of TXO Mobile Crane & Rigging.
Provide oversight of TXO CMS Mobile Crane & Rigging Team.
Flag potential hazards and job reviews needed during the planning stages and ensure the appropriate reviews are conducted prior to execution.
Critical Lift reviewer/ Critical lift approver.
Communicate and assess lift plans with the crews performing the work.
Work with site civil engineers to ensure ground bearing pressure is adequate for Crane access roads and crane set up.
Participate in field assessments periodically to assess execution of EH&S, hoisting and bull rigging plans.
Participate in RCI's that have Crane or rigging issues and help with corrective actions.
Ensure Cranes and lifting equipment are inspected and maintained in compliance with OSHA standards.
Coordinate repairs and PM’s associated with crane fleet.
Coordinate external rented lifting equipment.
Requirements
A minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
NCCCO Crane operator certified for a minimum of 10 years (swing cab, fixed cab).
A minimum of 10 years rigging experience.
Must have a current, valid US Driver’s License.
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
Proficiency in Microsoft applications & SAP.
Ability to ascertain Dow’s Work Processes and Safety Standards.
Ability to manage competing priorities and efficient at multitasking.
Strong communication skills.
15 or more years in the rigging industry, experience in all types of cranes, (RT, AT, and Lattice boom), rigging systems, & transports.
Additional Notes
Physical Requirements
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 visitingwww.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 onwww.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.