1st Shift Maintenance Electrician - Acorn

farmerfocus; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to support safe, reliable plant operations in a poultry processing setting. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, perform preventive maintenance, and document work while following OSHA, lockout/tagout, and safety guidelines.

The role requires reading manuals and diagrams, using a range of tools, and working on-site in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Industrial or plant electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and diagrams.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturer manuals and diagrams.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment and document work performed.
• Follow OSHA and safety guidelines in all tasks.

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Electrician Job Description

• Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Electrician
• Compensation Range: $33.00/hr - $48.50/hr
• Additional Compensation: Shift Differential +$1.50/hr
• Department: Maintenance
• Reports To: Electrical Maintenance Superintendent
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Location: Acorn
• Work Arrangement: On-Site
• Shift / Schedule: 1st Shift
• Travel Requirements: None
• Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

The Industrial Maintenance Electrician is responsible for supporting safe, reliable and efficient plant operations by troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and inspecting electrical and electronic systems, equipment, and machinery. This role performs preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, electrical diagnostics, and related documentation while following OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, company safety requirements, and food production standards.

The Industrial Maintenance Electrician playsan important role in reducing equipment downtime, supporting production continuity, maintaining safe working conditions, and ensuring electrical systems and equipment operate properly in a fast-paced poultry processing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and understand manufacturer equipment manuals, electronic diagrams, electrical schematic diagrams, and other technical documents.
• Perform preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, machinery, equipment, and related components.
• Generate and submit required paperwork related to work performed, including preventive maintenance sheets, work orders, and work record logs.
• Perform equipment repairs and daily work in compliance with OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout requirements, and company safety guidelines.
• Inform maintenance and production supervisors of potential equipment issues, safety concerns, or operational problems.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Provide all hand tools needed to safely perform the job.
• Move throughout assigned areas while carrying required equipment and tools needed to troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance.
• Access vertical heights as required to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment monitoring.
• Work in open and confined spaces as required.
• Wear and use required protective and safety equipment as directed by the company, which may include self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Organize assigned tasks and complete work efficiently, accurately, and safely.
• Monitor and support the quality of work being performed.
• Support a safe work environment by following all safety practices and identifying potential hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

• Industrial, manufacturing, or plant electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand manufacturer equipment manuals, electrical schematics, electronic diagrams, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and general workplace safety practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Ability to use common hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Ability to provide all hand tools needed to safely perform the job.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to organize assigned tasks and monitor the quality of work being performed.
• Ability to work with or near animal blood.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated and able to take initiative when troubleshooting and resolving issues.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical maintenance experience in a food processing, poultry processing, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment, motors, controls, sensors, electrical panels, or related plant systems.
• Experience using preventive maintenance systems, work orders, and maintenance documentation.
• Experience working in confined spaces or elevated work areas.
• Familiarity with plant safety programs, PPE requirements, and production equipment repair procedures.

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and poultry production environment. This role requires access to the poultry production environment and assigned maintenance areas. The team member must be able to tolerate varying heat, wet, and chill conditions within the plant. The role may require exposure to temperatures ranging from approximately 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, including ambient and high-humidity conditions. The team member may handle product ranging from approximately 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit and may be exposed to noise levels ranging from approximately 50 dB to 110 dB. The team member may also be exposed to chemicals used in a poultry and food processing facility. This position requires the ability to stand for 8 to 14 hours, work outside in all seasonal weather conditions, move throughout assigned areas while carrying tools and equipment, climb ladders, and reach vertical heights up to 150 feet to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment monitoring. Work may occur in open areas, confined spaces, and areas with wet or moist floors, including metal and plastic grating surfaces. Hearing and eye protective equipment are required in the production area. Hair and beard nets are required in the production area. Additional personal protective equipment may be required based on task, location, and safety requirements, which may include self-contained breathing apparatus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled.

About Farmer Focus

Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is grounded in servant leadership and guided by our CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Our top priorities are people, safety, and quality. At Farmer Focus, our vision is to disrupt the status quo by creating bold opportunities for people who demand more and deserve better.

EOE, including disability/vets