Electrician

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Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external hires only. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available for this position. This role is on-site at the York, Nebraska production location.

About the role

In this position, you will utilize your electrical skills to perform high-level electrical and mechanical installation as well as maintenance of facilities, field and plant equipment. This critical work directly affects safety, function, longevity, and overall operation of electrical and mechanical equipment at the plant.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing plant electrical systems.
• Regularly inspect and troubleshoot equipment as well as electrical, security, and communications systems.
• Lead and foster the safety culture with team members, drive maintenance, and reliability of the process control network.
• Develop and communicate changes and improvements made to equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on both electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Estimate labor and equipment costs, maintain appropriate maintenance inventory, and repair logs.
• Maintain and work on various electrical equipment (12V to 480V).
• Interpret electric code application.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.

Skills

• Previous electrical experience with voltages ranging from 24V to 480V 3 phase.
• Willing and able to perform the physical aspects of this job, including but not limited to: climbing/working in elevated areas; sitting/standing for extended periods; working in a variety of conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.); repetitive motion; and lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Valid US driver's license to drive company vehicles as needed.
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, communication (both written and verbal), and teamwork skills.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Knowledgeable and experienced with control systems.
• Understand electrical panels and how to troubleshoot them.
• Proficient at reading and comprehending blueprints.
• Willing and able to work rotating days, some shift work, and overtime when needed to support business needs.

What Makes You Stand Out

• An electrical journeyman license.
• Three years of related PLC Automation experience.
• Previous HMI graphical interface programming experience.
• Previous experience programming ladder logic.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities to build your skills.
• Health benefits for you and your family starting on your first day of employment.
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays.
• Excellent parental leave, including a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father.
• Future planning with a competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.

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