Electrical Instrumentation Technician - 3rd Shift

Amy's Kitchen; White City (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun and safe atmosphere

On-the-job training

Product discounts

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

On-site meals

Attendance & safety bonuses

Referral bonuses

Safety shoe program

401k with matching

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Amy's Kitchen in White City, OR seeks an Electrical Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair electrical systems on industrial machinery. The role requires experience with PLC/HMI, wiring, and calibration, with emphasis on safety and uptime.

The position is full-time, night shift 10pm–6:30am, with weekend work possible. Qualifications include 5–7 years in the field; college degree preferred or GED accepted. Competitive pay and full benefits offered.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred, GED accepted as alternative.
• 5–7 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and safety rules.
• Strong communication with multiple layers in the organization.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electrical issues using drawings and PLC/HMI tools.
• Calibrate instrumentation devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, PLCs, HMIs, drives, and related equipment.
• Install and repair wiring and power for plant equipment.
• Provide guidance to mechanics and supervisors in troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial wiring

PLC/HMI knowledge

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

College degree preferred

GED acceptable

Tools

PC controlled equipment

Job description

Description

About Amy's

At Amy's Kitchen, we're more than just a food company- we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.

We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy's, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.

Shift: 3rd

Hours: 10pm to 6:30am; may work weekends

Pay: $41.00/hr, plus $1.00/hr for 2nd shift

Location: White City

Amy's Perks:

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged
• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role
• Discount on Amy's products
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Affordable Amy's meals on-site for lunch and dinner
• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety
• Referral Bonuses
• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy's
• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)
• Parental Leave Program
• Education reimbursement; scholarship Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options

SUMMARY

Provide support to maintain and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Diagnose electrical issues using drawing references and online PLC and HMI tools to support daily production.
• Perform calibration of various types of instrumentation devices.
• Manage online program changes to HMI and PLC programs that will be supported by Engineering.
• Troubleshoot, repair and install industrial electrical motors, PLC's, HMI's, various control devices, 3-phase and single-phase branch circuit's problems, and instruments.
• Install and/or repair wiring, conduit, branch service and power supply for plant equipment and facilities.
• Install/program and troubleshoot adjustable frequency AC and DC motor drives.
• Test malfunctioning machinery and discuss malfunction with Engineering or maintenance workers, such as Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Supervisor to diagnose malfunction.
• Support electrical installation of engineering projects.
• Support to maintain consistent electrical documentation for machine drawings, facility layout and MCC load lines.
• Work on PLC, HMI, Drives, Control Net, Device Net, and Ethernet.
• Provide technical guidance and training to 1 and 2 mechanics respectively as well as help leads, supervisors and manager in troubleshooting and repair of all plant systems.
• Have knowledge of NEC color code and know how to use the book.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance on a wide variety of equipment, machines and facilities.
• Minimize production downtime due to mechanical and electrical reasons through quick response.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and perform required preventative maintenance actions as instructed by supervisor or manager.
• Utilize a wide variety of hand, portable and machine tools to perform assignments.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

• College degree preferred but High School diploma or general education degree (GED) will be accepted; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE

• 5 to 7 years related experience and/or training

SKILLS

• Requires a well-rounded and experienced knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment and materials used in assigned skill trade area.
• Some knowledge of PC controlled equipment preferred.
• Needs to be able to effectively communicate with, and explain problems to, multiple layers in the organization. This includes technical (e.g., coworkers, supervisor, and manager) and non-technical (e.g., other managers, support groups, etc.).

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and electrical schematics.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will at times require long hours, weekend work, and call backs. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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