Maintenance Mechanic (Electrician)

General

Electrician role supports the electrical/mechanical needs of a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant. The role willingly seeks knowledge and responsibilities of multi-craft in the electrical/ mechanical field. The position reports to the maintenance supervisor w/ primary work schedule of M-F, with flexibility to work early/ late shift, overtime, and weekends, as needed.

Specific Duties / Responsibilities

• Successfully employs electrical preventative maintenance (PM) and best practices
• Routinely applies working knowledge of all facility equipment and processes to troubleshoot equipment electrical-related failures and minimize downtime
• Proactively uses knowledge of PLC’s, VFD’s, AC/DC circuits, equipment settings and ware to administer repairs
• Applies skills and experience with industrial power to run conduit and wire for new and existing services, motor circuits, etc.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and code; promotes a safe work environment for self and staff.
• Assists co-workers with repairs and willingly shares knowledge with others
• Investigates and brings continuous improvement suggestions to appropriate resources
• Works with minimal supervision and brings opportunities forward

Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor. *

Requirements

Education:

• GED (Min.);Associates degree (preferred / not required)
• Electrical coursework / certificate (preferred)
• Experience: Min. of 2 years of work experience in related field

Skills/Abilities/Attributes

• Working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems
• Solid understanding of electrical code and regulations (preferred/ not required)
• Detailed-oriented; able to work in fast-paced environment
• Team player and leader w/ excellent communication skills;

Physical Requirements

• Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop up to 10 hrs./shift
• Work safel...