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Maintenance Electrician (NIGHTS)
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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$70,404 / year median in Idaho
+7% projected growth
Job Description
at Basic American Foods in Rexburg, Idaho, United States Job Description
JOB TITLE
: Maintenance Electrician
DEPARTMENT
: Maintenance
REPORTS TO
Maintenance Manager
FLSA STATUS
: Non-Exempt
SUPERVISORY ROLE
(Y/N):
N TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
:
None Pay:
Up to $34.17 DOE + $2 Differential for Night Shift
JOB SUMMARY
+ Accountable for the timely installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex electrical plant equipment and facilities that are instrumental in the efficient functioning of automated production lines and a manufacturing facility operating on a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week operation.
+ The incumbent is assigned jobs by the supervisor and is expected to complete most jobs, including those of a complex nature, with little to no supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
+ Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and controls within the food processing plant.
+ Maintain and service motors, drives, conveyors, Cookers, Coolers, dryers, packaging machinery, and automated systems.
+ Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, Lockout/Tagout ( LOTO ), and food safety standards.
+ Work closely with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
+ Perform preventive and predictive maintenance according to established schedules.
+ Maintain detailed maintenance and repair logs in
ERP / CMMS
(Computer Maintenance Management System).
QUALIFICATIONS
+ Strong knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, control panels, sensors, and instrumentation.
+ Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
+ Excellent troubleshooting skills and a proactive attitude toward electrical maintenance.
+ Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Must own all basic tools to be used on the job. (Specialty tools will be provided).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
+ Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent certification required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
+ Preferred 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS
+ Physically able to lift 50 LBS , climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas as needed.
+ Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays, as production demands require.
FOOD AND WORKPLACE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Proactively manage safety by ensuring compliance with all F To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account