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As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking an **Electrical and Instrument Mechanic** to join our growing Operations team! This position will report directly to the Maintenance First Line Supervisor at our **LaPorte, Texas location** .

The primary responsibility of this role is to support production by performing diagnostics and repairs regarding all electrical and control aspects of equipment in a chemical manufacturing plant. The mechanic will diagnose trouble or malfunctions of equipment and then repair, maintain, replace and install all parts and equipment to return the process to normal operation. The mechanic applies working knowledge and experience to improve maintenance techniques and operations, and upgrade equipment.

T** **he responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:** ** 

+ Test, troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment and electrical circuits by using specialized instruments such as multi-meters,wiggies, clamp-on ammeters, oscilloscopes and frequency meters and computers

+ Installspecialized troubleshooting equipment for diagnostics

+ Troubleshoot process control computer systems, including but not limited to DCS,Modicon& Siemens PLC, ControlLogix, andRSLogixusing portable computers; troubleshoot temperature, level, and pressure control instruments and processors; troubleshoot AC or DC variable speed drives.

+ Perform High Voltage switching for Substation PM and repair work.

+ Check and perform preventive maintenance on motor control center equipment;repairsorreplacesmotors as needed.

+ Perform ISO calibration on gauges, temperature controllers, etc. - Calibrate gages, controllers, transmitters etc.; calibrate substation breakers occasionally; coordinate calibration of test equipment.

+ Utilize sensory instruments to aid inidentifyingissues. Utilize technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting.

+ Perform root cause analysis of failure and correct to preventreoccurrence. Reviewpreviousfailure modes to aid in discovery of patterns in root cause and bad actors. Follow up on repairs with observation and monitoring of equipment after it is in service to confirm effective repairs.

+ Develop, document, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to improve mean time between failures (MTBF).

+ Perform alignment and calibration of instruments and electrical circuits to ensure proper operation.

Normal working hours are 6:30am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday. 

In order to** **be qualified for this role you must** **possess** **the following: 

+ High School diploma or GED equivalent

+ Two-year Certificate /Associate Degreein Instrumentation or two years of industrial E&I experience.

+ Proficiencyin Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) andable to learnnew computer systems. SAP experience preferred.

+ Passing completion of a written test

+ Passing completion of a drug screening and physical abilities test

+ Willing and able to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call-in asrequired. Willing and able to work in a high hazard process.

The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit: 

+ Journeyman Electrician certification.

+ Experience with Power DistributionSystems,(2300 – 480 VAC), troubleshooting and repair experience with AC / DC variable speed drives

+ Experience troubleshooting and repairing Programmable Logic Controllers and/or Digital Control Systems (DCS) knowledge

+ Experience in reading and interpreting Schematics, Procedures, Manufacturers’ Literature, Safety Requirements, General Instructions, and ability to learn and detect process deviations.

+ Experience with mobile crane operation andoperatingpowered industrial vehicles (fork trucks, pallet trucks,towdevices, etc.).

+ Experience performinga jobsafety analysis and equipment lockout safety procedures.

Physical Requirements:

+ Willing and able tolift upto 50 pounds, climb stairs, ladders, columns, andto stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, reach overheads, hear and respond to alarms, andpossessvisual acuity for close work.

+ Willing and able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, hardhat, Nomex, protective eyewear, face shields, arc protective clothing, and SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).

Successful applicants will be required to take an online pre-employment test, participate in pre-employment selection process and interviews. The pre-hiring process will include a drug screening along with a security background check.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

_Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have_ _additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws._

_Chemours is an E-Verify employer_

_Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation_

_Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position_

_Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities._

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.

Every day Chemours delivers Trusted Chemistry that enables products and technologies that people rely on to live better and thrive. A global leader in industrial and specialty chemicals, our chemistry enables vital innovations from high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced electronics to batteries for electric and low-emissions vehicles, climate friendly cooling, paints and durable coatings for advanced infrastructure, and more.

Through our three businesses – Thermal & Specialized Solutions, Titanium Technologies, and Advanced Performance Materials – we deliver chemistry-based innovations that solve our customers’ biggest challenges.

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