OxyChem Sr. Pilot Plant Operations & Maintenance Tech

Oxy Chem Sr. Pilot Plant Operations & Maintenance Tech

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Oxy Chem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. Oxy Chem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. Oxy Chem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety.

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Oxy Chem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit  for more information.

In a fast‑paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well‑being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and or transport our products, as our highest priority.
• Participate in health, environmental, and safety programs and adhere to safety procedures.
• Provide attention to detail, and dedication to work in order to ensure reliability of the work site as well as high quality product.
• Ensure that you and others are respected, supported and encouraged to grow and succeed in their job.
• With minimal supervision operate pilot plant processes, bench‑scale experiments, and auxiliary equipment, and perform laboratory tasks in a safe and proper manner, adhering to stated run conditions and following all safety procedures.
• Verify test results with the analytical laboratory on process samples, record and communicate test results.
• Perform general maintenance tasks in such areas as pipe fitting, insulation, instrumentation, etc. in the modification, maintenance and construction of pilot units.
• Assist in the construction and maintenance of pilot plant equipment.
• Provide general maintenance within the Technical Center facility as required.
• Assist in writing and implementing operational and maintenance procedures that comply with PSM standards and policies for the pilot plant unit operations.
• Maintain computer‑generated and/or written log of gauge readings, lab results, shift production and equipment malfunctions.
• Initiate & prepare safe and hot work permits, (required documentation), for maintenance as necessary. Perform maintenance within capabilities and prepare equipment for maintenance as directed.
• Participate in the Wichita Plant process safety programs to complete Process Hazard Analysis, to complete the Management of Change requirements, and to investigate process safety incidents. Ensure process safety information is current and accurate for the physical assets (P & IDs), for the process conditions (PFDs), for the process chemistry (MSDSs), and for the technician‑process activities (procedures and work instructions).
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and priorities; possibly associated with several different people.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years of experience in production or processing facility, preferably chemical plant operations or equivalent. A degree in a related curriculum with one‑year applicable experience may be acceptable.
• Strong aptitude in general maintenance skills.
• Able to work rotating shifts, when needed, and to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Able to read design sketches, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Office software.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.