ELECTRICAL JOURNEYMAN

JBS Foods; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Weekly pay

Pension/retirement plan

Paid time off

Tools and uniforms provided

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

JBS Foods in Michigan is seeking a State licensed journeyman electrician to perform preventive maintenance, service production equipment, controls, MCC, power distribution and lighting throughout the plant. You will troubleshoot, install and repair as required, following NEC and safety standards.

You will work with a team of maintenance technicians, read electrical schematics, operate on ladders or lifts, and communicate clearly with operators to ensure reliable plant operation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid State of Michigan Journeyman Electrician license.
• 2 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience are required.
• Applicants must understand the NEC and apply it in daily tasks.
• Knowledge of motors, motor controls, and circuits is essential.
• Basic knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs and VFDs for troubleshooting inputs/outputs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use them for troubleshooting.
• Must be able to work on a ladder or lift and stay safe.
• English language (reading/writing) comprehension required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair work orders on electrical equipment throughout the plant.
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment and controls; install and repair as required within code requirements.
• Run or repair conduit and associated wiring; maintain lighting and emergency lighting systems.
• Assist technicians and operators; document settings and share information for correct operation.

Skills

Motors & controls

Electrical schematics

English proficiency

Troubleshooting

Reading/writing in English

Education

State of Michigan Licensed Journeyman Electrician

2 years industrial electrical maintenance experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Job description

Description

Upkeep and service of the Electrical equipment used throughout the plant. Maintain and service of all production equipment, controls, MCC, power distribution, and lighting.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance work orders and repair work as requested. Troubleshooting electrical equipment and controls. Perform installation and repairs as needed within code requirements. Run or repair conduit and associated hardware and wiring.

Other responsibilities

• Adhere to safe work practices
• Assist maintenance and technicians with troubleshooting
• Document and record settings of equipment as needed
• Provide information to operators and mechanics to ensure correct operation and maintenance of equipment
• Attend training as required by the company
• Advise management on best practices/optimization

Qualifications

• Must be a State of Michigan Licensed Journeyman Electrician
• 2 year of Industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Comprehe1nsion and application of the NEC
• Must be knowledgeable with motors, motor controls, and circuits
• Basic knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs: ability to troubleshoot inputs and outputs
• Basic knowledge of VFDs
• Must have knowledge of lighting and emergency lighting systems
• Must be able to work on a ladder or lift without accommodation
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Ability to use electrical schematics in troubleshooting equipment

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Pension/retirement plan
• Tools and uniforms provided

EOE/Vets/Disability