We are seeking candidates for exciting and rewarding Apprenticeship opportunities available at our Texas Operations facilities within the U.S. Apprenticeship Program.
Individuals selected to fill an available Apprentice opening will be required to sign an offer letter that will commit them to working for Dow for 2 years upon being offered a full-time position.
The hourly rate of pay for this role will be at least $25.38. The exact pay rate will be communicated if you are chosen to receive an offer of employment. The hourly pay rate is set by the Company and is non-negotiable.
Expected hire date for these opportunities is June 9th, 2025; but it could go onto August 4th, 2025 at the latest.
Responsibilities
Apprenticeship Opportunities are available in the following fields: Process Technician and Instrument Electrical Technician
Process Technician
Process Technicians operate equipment in assigned areas of the plant and perform operations related activities per the work process. They utilize chemical manufacturing knowledge and experience to operate and troubleshoot the plant in a safe and efficient manner.
Primary Responsibilities and Key Skills
- Routine operation of basic control systems and devices to monitor levels, temperatures, pressures and flow rates, and transfer of products.
- Controlling, monitoring and adjustment of all control systems and manually operated equipment.
- Properly lifting hoses, bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment including the proper clearing and isolation of equipment.
- Following operating discipline, procedures, and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties.
- Troubleshoot process, product quality, safety, and environmental problems, and identify equipment requiring maintenance.
- How to perform maintenance and project work safely and efficiently.
- Clearing and tagging equipment as required and issuing Safe Work Permits for maintenance and project work.
- Performing all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.
Instrument Electrical Technician
Instrument Electrical Technicians install, maintain and repair the measuring and control instruments used in industrial processing. They work with a wide variety of pneumatic, electronic and microcomputer instruments used to measure and control variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, level, motion, force, and chemical composition to support the process plants.
Primary Responsibilities and Key Skills
- Maintaining and repairing all types of instrument systems.
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and replacing defective components on instrumentation.
- Reading electrical, logic, and loop diagrams.
- Electronic troubleshooting and repair skills.
- Procedure use – this includes field use, review, revision, and development of procedures.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Individuals who are currently enrolled in high school or college or have graduated or received a GED within the last two years will be required to provide official transcripts/GED scores prior to being invited to an onsite interview.
- Must have completed Algebra or Technical Math and Science coursework in High School, per graduation requirements. Completion of Chemistry and / or Physics coursework in High School is preferred.
- After an offer of employment, but prior to date of hire, must complete college entrance exams / assessments at the community college to be attended. Must not be required to take any remedial or transitional coursework.
- Preferred educational qualification: minimum GPA of 2.500 out of 4.000 if you are currently enrolled in high school or college OR you have graduated from high school or college or obtained a GED within the last 2 years.
Additional Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older on or before your start date.
- Must have a current, valid US driver’s license or the ability to obtain prior to your start date. Please note that before being cleared to report to work, you will be required to successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Records check to verify the status of your driver’s license.
- Be able to work all applicable shifts on a rotating basis (including weekends & holidays) and work overtime, when needed.
- 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
- Active Learning: Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and actively participate in training programs to gain a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Time Management: Effectively manage time to ensure completion of tasks and upholding to production schedules, while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Enthusiasm for Learning: Proactively seek opportunities to learn new skills and improve existing ones, demonstrating initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and techniques.
- Troubleshooting (Problem-Solving): Skills in identifying and resolving processes, product quality, safety, and environmental issues.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Ability in handling equipment and performing maintenance tasks.
- Environment Health and Safety: Commitment to performing duties safely and with environmental responsibility.
- Communication: Coordinating with co-workers and other team members effectively.
Physical Demands
Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:
- lift 50 pounds, lift hoses, bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment routinely.
- climb ladders/stairs and work at heights.
- work in tight or closed-in spaces.
- work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.
Additional Notes: Relocation assistance is not provided.
