Senior Maintenance Technician

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 a Heavy Lift, Crane & Rigging Technical Expert in Freeport, 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

• No relocation assistance is available for this position.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated 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 pro