Electrical Maintenance Tech – PLC & Controls Expert

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Onsite medical clinic

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Chico, CA seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician (Electrical) to join the maintenance team. The role covers installation, testing, repair and preventative maintenance of production and facilities equipment, with emphasis on PLCs and motor control systems.

Selected candidate may be offered Tech 3 or 4 based on experience. The job offers competitive hourly pay, 401(k) match, healthcare, on-site clinic, and growth opportunities within a safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree preferred or
• Technical school training preferred
• 5 years Industrial related work experience required
• Experience with programming, PLCs, VFDs, industrial Ethernet, digital and analog controls required
• Broad knowledge of industrial electrical systems and power distribution
• Know, understand and be compliant with Confined Space Entry procedure, NFPA 70E and Lockout procedure is essential
• Ability to read, understand and work from electrical schematics, ladder logic, one-line prints, equipment cut sheets and manufacturer-provided drawings is a must
• Ability to set-up and operate shop tools such as drill press, conduit bender, grinder, and other hand tools necessary to complete a repair and/or installation
• Ability to properly use PPE is required
• Driver's License free of any major moving violations within the last three years upon hire required
• Internal Certification to Operate Heavy Equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, genie booms, etc. within 90 Days required

Responsibilities

• Keep electrical components running properly, making repairs or replacements including motors, starters, fuses, disconnects, instrumentation, relays, switches, position sensors.
• Conduct and complete PMs and work orders, addressing issues as they arise (repairs, inspections and necessary adjustments) to include the assistance of maintenance personnel when needed
• Troubleshoot manufacturing instrumentation; verify/correct appropriate temperature, pressure, and flow control loops ensuring the quality of our product is not compromised
• Work directly with production personnel to isolate and repair equipment problems quickly
• Responsible for writing PLC programs, motor control systems and control networks including installation, programming, maintenance, testing and repairs
• Evaluate system performance and recommend/implement upgrades for reliable and optimum performance
• Perform RCA work to determine root cause of the problem and perform other continuous improvement activities to improve OEE, downtime and reduce scrap work
• Conduit bending and installations, pulling and terminating wiring, and other electrical related tasks
• Ability to lead/motivate and train lower level techs. Conduct and write SOP’s for critical functions such as calibrations, rebuilds, repairs, high level troubleshooting.
• This role is responsible for production and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) System as defined in the SQF Code. There will be Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety and Food Security Training as required by Local, State, Federal and SNBC policies. All duties will be completed in a manner that is consistent with all aspects of Company Safety Rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF). Employees shall report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Skills

PLC programming

VFDs

Industrial Ethernet

Ladder logic

Electrical systems

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate/Technical degree

Technical certification

Job description

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Chico, CA seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician (Electrical) to join the maintenance team. The role covers installation, testing, repair and preventative maintenance of production and facilities equipment, with emphasis on PLCs and motor control systems.

Selected candidate may be offered Tech 3 or 4 based on experience. The job offers competitive hourly pay, 401(k) match, healthcare, on-site clinic, and growth opportunities within a safety-focused culture.