Electrical Technician

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,614 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual/Performance Bonuses

Sign-on Bonus

Growth opportunities

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Electrical Technician for a food manufacturing leader in Southern California. You’ll work in a high-volume facility, maintaining and repairing electrical and instrumentation systems to keep production running smoothly under strict quality and safety standards.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial or food manufacturing electrical work, strong PLC knowledge, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial or food manufacturing electrical/instrumentation roles.
• Strong working knowledge of PLC logic and control systems (Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
• Solid understanding of NEC, electrical safety standards, and medium-voltage systems.
• Ability to read/interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair 120V/240V/480V and medium voltage systems
• Calibrate, maintain, and repair instrumentation, including flow, temperature, pressure, and level transmitters
• Program, diagnose, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, SCADA/HMI systems
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, P&IDs, and NEC codes
• Maintain and troubleshoot MCCs, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and motor controls
• Support boiler/burner systems, pumps, and motor-operated valves (MOVs)
• Execute conduit/pipe layout, tubing, and bending as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance and upgrade projects
• Document work using CMMS systems and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Reading schematics

Lead projects

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

SCADA/HMI

NEC knowledge

VFDs

Job description

Electrical Technician - Food Manufacturing - Leader in food/beverage industry for close to 75 yrs

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal Elkhateib

Salary: $44 - $48 per hour

A bit about us

Join a well-established, privately held food manufacturing company with close to 75 years of operational history in Southern California. With four production facilities supporting national retail and food service partners, this company is known for its commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Why join us

• Annual/Performance Bonuses
• Sign-on Bonus
• Incredible Growth Options
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Job Details

Technicians here play a key role in keeping production running smoothly across a high-volume environment that operates under tight quality, regulatory, and food safety standards. The company continues to invest heavily in equipment upgrades, automation, and preventive maintenance, making it an ideal fit for skilled professionals who want to be challenged and valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair 120V/240V/480V and medium voltage systems
• Calibrate, maintain, and repair instrumentation, including flow, temperature, pressure, and level transmitters
• Program, diagnose, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, SCADA/HMI systems
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, P&IDs, and NEC codes
• Maintain and troubleshoot MCCs, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and motor controls
• Support boiler/burner systems, pumps, and motor-operated valves (MOVs)
• Execute conduit/pipe layout, tubing, and bending as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance and upgrade projects
• Document work using CMMS systems and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial or food manufacturing electrical/instrumentation roles
• Strong working knowledge of PLC logic and control systems (Allen‑Bradley/Siemens)
• Solid understanding of NEC, electrical safety standards, and medium‑voltage systems
• Ability to read/interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Ability to work independently or lead small teams during projects and shutdowns

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