Electrician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist Electrical team in response to daily production needs and interruptions by providing hands-on electrical support in the areas of: process controls, resolving common power system electrical issues, and equipment downtime root cause analysis Assist Electrical team in completion of regular preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment according to established schedules and procedures Learn to use tools, meters, and technology to troubleshoot facility-specific PLC's, motors, VFDs, and process/support equipment, in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and regulations Assist with the installation and commissioning of electrical equipment by running/connecting wires, construction panels/control boxes, and performing other tasks in accordance with the NEC, North Dakota Electrical Codes, and

NFPA 70E

Provide assistance to other Electrical and Maintenance team members, when required. Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation Other duties, as assigned

Education and Experience Required:

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution AND 3+ years electrical maintenance experience OR Associates Degree or higher in an electrical, electro-mechanical, mechatronics, instrumentation or controls in lieu of experience

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

Previous experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley, Siemens) Previous experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and instrumentation Previous experience working with 480V systems

Physical Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment Must be able to work in crowded for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to climb, squat, and crouch for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to walk for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to reach, grasp, push, pull for 8+ hours per shift Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities. Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 3/31/2026. Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence. Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth. Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.