Electrician

Job Description

This is a position for an electrician that is highly involved with all controls that keep our farms safe.

• Journeyman license desired but position offers an apprentice program for achieving a Journeyman license.
• Daily responsibilities will include pulling wire, terminating, troubleshooting, etc.
• Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Perform electrical preventative maintenance at farm sites to insure continued equipment operation without emergency breakdowns or failures
• Trouble shoot and repair electrical and controls on all swine facility systems
• Run conduit, pull wires, and terminate circuitry for facility remodeling or addition of equipment
• Installing, trouble shooting and repairing of controls system (Dicam, Airstream, ChoreTime) and other electrical components.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair Hawk alarm systems
• Install, troubleshoot and repair BinTrac feed inventory system
• Repair or replace utility disconnects, transfer switches and distribution panels.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs to propane heating systems.
• Perform general troubleshooting and repair to electrical generators.
• Help with general electrical work and other technicians as needed.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of electrical components including breakers, relays, switches, and control devices.
• Able to safely operate power tools, including saws, drills, etc
• Maintenance and mechanical skills also a plus.
• Must have the drive and willingness to learn technical items related to the electrical field.
• Able to organize, prioritize, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Able to work well in urgent situations and find solutions.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.