Technician - Operations Apprenticeship Semester - MATAGORDA

Technician - Operations Apprenticeship Spring Semester 2027 - Matagorda

Location:

Bay City, TX, US, 77414 Req  Facility:
Matagorda Ops-130 Department:
Division

Lyondell Basell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary Mo Re Tec  recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare.

LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Basic Function: A one semester program designed for students in their last semester of Process Technology instruction. The LYB Apprenticeship consists of a minimum of 300 hours at an LYB facility. This position is responsible for the monitoring and operation of plant process equipment used in the manufacturing process. The apprentice will train with, and support, process technicians while participating as a contributing member of the operations team.

This position receives direction from a production supervisor and support from the process specialist, maintenance and technical personnel. LYB completes an end of term evaluation and submits to the college and successful students receive college credit hours.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for personal safety, the safety of co-workers and promoting a safe work environment; responsible for carrying out all work activities in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
• Performs their duties in adherence with LYB procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Making rounds and assisting with taking readings
• Monitoring and maintaining day-to-day unit operations
• Learn about health, safety and environmental hazards
• Witness the work permit system
• Engage in frequent developmental dialog with supervisor and others to continually enhance personal and group performance and development.

Academic Prerequisites and Qualification Requirements:
Successful candidates for this position must possess all of the following:

• Students must maintain an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale to participate in the Apprenticeship Program.
• Completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours of relevant technology coursework
• Must register for the internship college course at their home college
• High School diploma or GED.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Must be willing and able to work outside, year round under various weather conditions. Lyondell Basell's chemicals plants and refinery are 24-hour, 365 days per year operations.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts (which may include nights, weekends and some holidays) and provide overtime coverage.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined space and work at heights of 300 ft. or more. vessels, etc.)
• Ability to perform walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting a minimum 55 lbs.
• Able and willing to wear appropriate protective equipment including respiratory fit testing.
• Basic computer skills are a requirement for this position.
• Must possess or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card prior to first day of employment.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment screening process.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship (U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident)

Competencies:

• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational/Cultural Fit
• Technical Skills

Lyondell Basell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare.

Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. Lyondell Basell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here.