Electrical Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift

Pilgrim's; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00 am-3:00pm

Vision, Medical, Dental after 60 days

Paid Time Off: Sick, vacation, company

401(k) company match after year 1

Base hourly salary $27.85-$39.60

Perfect attendance incentive: $2.00/hr

Career development programs

Job summary

Pilgrim's is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Mechanic for the 1st shift. The role focuses on installing, replacing and troubleshooting machines, equipment and lighting across the facility, with involvement in projects and corrective actions for all equipment.

Requirements include 5+ years of electrical experience, preferred apprenticeship or journeyman/master electrician credentials, and a high school diploma or GED. OT, safety, and multi-craft work are expected components of the job.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years documented electrical experience.
• Prefer a technician who has been through the electrical apprentice program.
• Or prefer a technician with a journeyman card or electrician or master electrician certificate.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace and troubleshoot machines, equipment and lighting systems.
• Participate in projects and corrective actions for all equipment.
• Work overtime as scheduled, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

PLC & VFDs

Ladder logic troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

NEC & safety knowledge

LO/TO & Arc Flash

3-phase circuits (480/240/208)

277V lighting & UPS

Control circuit troubleshooting (120V/

Tools: multimeter/amp-probe/megger

Motor and pump installation/repair

Conduit installation/wiring

Overtime availability

Mechanical work capability

Own hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years electrical experience

Electrical apprentice program

Journeyman/master electrician certificate

Tools

Multimeter

Megger

Amp-probe

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift

Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift

Position Summary :

This technician will install, replace and trouble shoot machines, equipment and lighting systems for the facility. They will be involved in projects and corrective actions for all equipment in our facility

Education and experience requirements :

• Must have at least 5 years documented electrical experience
• Prefer a technician that has been through the electrical apprentice program
• Or prefer a technician with a journey- man card or electrician or master electrician certificate
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Skill Summary :

• Must have intermediate knowledge of PLC’s, soft starts and VFD’s.
• Can demonstrate experience with reading ladder logic and or troubleshooting by inputs and outputs at the PLC.
• Can demonstrate reading an electrical schematic – will be asked to do so during the interview.
• Must be able to understand the NEC manual and understand the code that will apply to voltage, power supplies, amperage, controls and troubleshooting
• Must practice and understand LO/TO and Arc Flash.
• Must understand 3 phase 480, 240 and 208 circuits.
• Understand 277 volts and lighting systems to include emergency lights, exit lights and UPS systems
• Must be able to troubles shoot 120 volt and 24 VDC control circuits
• Must be able to demonstrate use of multi-meter, amp-probe and megger when troubleshooting.
• Must be able to install and remove any electrical motor and pump in the facility and be able to trouble shoot and make necessary repairs.
• Must be able to run conduit and pull wire in ridged and seal tight conduit
• Must be able to work over time when scheduled or needed and this includes weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to do mechanical work, troubleshooting, installations and repairs ( multi-craft).
• Must have their own hand tools and tool box

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Less than high school education; 2 year of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

None

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/METHODS:

All employees are required to attend employee and safety orientation prior to performing the above duties. Once the employee completes this training they will be assigned to a Supervisor who will further orient the employee to the workplace, introduce him/her to employees and other supervision, demonstrate work assignment and explain ingress and egress procedures to and from work station. A training buddy may be assigned to new employees for a period to assist in further training and indoctrination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

The majority of the work performed by the employee will be done outdoors, and there will be frequent exposure to the elements (heat, cold, humidity, rain, etc.) The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in some of the work environments can be very loud.

List any and all personal safety or health protection equipment and gear required by either regulatory, sanitary, or safety procedures:

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday-Friday with some weekend work required;6:00 am-3:00 pm
• Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base hourly salary rate of $27.85-$39.60
• Perfect attendance incentive of $2.00 extra per hour for perfect attendance ;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision: Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

Unsolicited Assistance: Pilgrim's does not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.