Electrician

Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k contributions up to 6%

Paid time off starting day one

Quarterly bonuses up to 15%

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking an Electrician in Council Bluffs, IA. This full-time position involves maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and requires at least a high school diploma and 3 years of industrial maintenance experience. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $34-45, along with a comprehensive benefits package including sign-on bonuses, medical/dental coverage, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two-year certificate or degree as an Electrician Instrumentation Tech preferred.
• 3 years’ experience in industrial maintenance required.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and adjust instrumentation and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and regulations.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

PLC programming

Communication skills

Multi-tasking ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year certificate as Electrician Instrumentation Tech

Tools

Calibration equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Position Title: Electrician

Supervisor Title: Maintenance Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time – Hourly

Location: Council Bluffs, IA (onsite)

Department: Maintenance

*Sign on Bonus* up to $2,500

Description

Who We Are

Do you want to work somewhere where your work truly matters? At SouthwestIowaRenewableEnergy (SIRE), we are a high-energy, forward-looking powerhouse on a mission to engineer the smartest, cleanest energy on the planet! We are ambitious and refuse to stand still - we are constantly innovating, smashing goals, and unlocking cool new technologies that push our fast-paced operations to the absolute next level.

We don’t just build renewable energy - we build a team people want to be part of. If you are curious and crave an innovative environment where your hardworking spirit is celebrated, SIRE is exactly where you belong. We are a principled, world-class team that has been redefining renewable fuels since 2009, producing over 140 million gallons of ethanol annually. We lead with a people-centric culture that invests in its team to ensure you have a stable, high-impact career at the center of something big. Let’s fuel the future together!

What We Are Looking For

The Electrician supports SIRE’s operations by installing, programming, inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems supporting utility and control operations.

This position works closely with other departments to ensure SIRE continues to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties

1. Installs, programs, inspects, troubleshoots, and adjusts electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information systems.
2. Performs tests and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment; interprets readings and outputs of equipment; ensures proper functioning of equipment.
3. Performs basic programming for utilities information systems; programs with ladder logic and relay logic; operates PLCs, RTUs and associated inputs/outputs; operates VFDs; performs telecommunications networking.
4. Initiates work orders pertaining to utilities & controls equipment and information systems; ensures work orders are accurate and complete; performs record-keeping functions on CMMS system.
5. Serves as a liaison to manufacturers, contractors, company personnel and other internal or external parties with respect to controls equipment, instruments, and related systems.
6. Ensures compliance with National Electrical Code and other applicable laws, codes, or regulations.
7. Able to be on call for emergency issues.
8. Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two-year certificate or degree as an Electrician Instrumentation Tech or equal experience with electronic, electro-mechanical and pneumatic industrial instrumentation required.
• Work experience & equivalent to 3 years’ experience in industrial maintenance or related field required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Previous work experience with machinery in a manufacturing, grain elevator or agricultural setting, preferred.
• Ability to use test and calibration equipment to calibrate transmitters and control loops.
• Ability to use mathematics and algebra to scale and calibrate process instrumentation.
• Interpret and/or modify PLC control logic as necessary; install and calibrate pressure, temperature, flow, and level controls.
• Considerable knowledge of electronic instrumentation, process control and electrical systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Basic computer knowledge/skills including Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).
• Ability to work well with others and the ability to work independently.

Compensation, Benefits & Career Growth

SIRE offers one of the most competitive compensation packages (salary and bonus) as well as a comprehensive, family-friendly benefits package designed to support employees and their families including:

• Up to $2,500 in new employee sign on bonuses.
• Exceptional family medical, dental, and vision benefits (includes a 100% company paid premium option for medical & $0-copay telehealth).
• HSA and FSA options, with up to $1,000 annual company match.
• Quarterly bonuses up to 15%.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual starting day one (up to 3 weeks in year one).
• 9 paid holidays.
• Exceptional 401k fund contributions (up to 6%).
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid parental and bereavement leave.
• Training, skill-based pay increases, and career development.
• Strong culture with events, appreciation, and SIRE swag.
• Clear opportunities for long-term career growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Salary

Starting at $34-45/hour.