Electrician

True West Beef; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

True West Beef is seeking motivated Electricians to join our Jerome, Idaho maintenance team. You will maintain and repair plant electrical equipment to avoid production downtime, working with a team to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Qualified candidates bring a strong electrical background, at least three years in industrial electrical work, and journeyman license or eligibility. You will handle PMs, odd shifts, and collaborate with production and management in a fast-paced beef processing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of industrial electrical experience.
• Experience with low voltage DC circuits (5VDC-90VDC) and 120/208/240/277/480V three-phase power & motor controls.
• VFD/PLC experience is preferred.
• Journeyman license or eligibility to become licensed.

Responsibilities

• Work safely by following all safety guidelines including PPE, LOTO, confined spaces, and hot work permits.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and rebuild a wide variety of electrical equipment.
• Assist maintenance personnel with equipment failures.
• Keep work areas and storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform scheduled and unplanned maintenance (PMs).
• Operate equipment like forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift as needed.
• Communicate effectively with production team and management.
• Maintain good attendance records and punctuality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English language

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial electrical experience

Low voltage DC circuits

VFD/PLC experience

Safety awareness

Physically capable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Electrical license

Tools

Maintenance Connection

UltiPro

Job description

We are looking for motivated Electricians to join our maintenance team here at True West Beef. Electricians will have the responsibility to maintain and repair plant electrical equipment as required to ensure that plant production is not interrupted. The Electricians will work as a team to ensure equipment will operate safely and efficiently. We are looking for people with strong electrical backgrounds that are seeking a challenging career with a great company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work safely - follow all safety guidelines and procedures, including proper PPE, LOTO, confined spaces, and hot work permits; abide by all company policies
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and rebuild a wide variety of electrical equipment
• Assist maintenance personnel with equipment failures
• Keep work areas and storage areas clean and organized
• Perform scheduled and unplanned maintenance
• Operate a variety of equipment as needed – i.e. forklift, scissor lift, boom lift, etc.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Complete assigned PMs on a daily, weekly, monthly basis
• Answer radio calls immediately and communicate effectively with all production team members, including management
• Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess basic computer skills; ability to learn and use Maintenance Connection and UltiPro
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Possess and/or acquire the basic tools required for the job
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary
• Must be able to plan, install new circuits, recondition existing circuits, replace and wire motors for equipment in a safe and professional manner
• Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling 75 pounds, climbing ladders, standing, crawling, stooping, twisting, kneeling, working in confined spaces, working from heights, working in physically demanding situations, and safely working around hazardous chemicals or equipment.
• Must be able to work in a generally unsavory environment - dirty, hot, cold, and humid ambient conditions exist

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of three (3) years of industrial electrical experience; technical or vocational training may be substituted as partial experience
• Excellent planning and troubleshooting skills with extensive experience working with low voltage DC circuits (5vdc - 90vdc) plus 120V/208V/240V/277V /480V 3 Phase Power & Motor Controls circuits
• VFD/PLC experience is desired
• Current Journeyman Electrical license or qualifications to become licensed

Come MEAT Us!

We grew up here. We are family-owned and call Idaho home. Join our team at our brand new, state-of-the-art beef processing plant in Jerome, ID. We produce world-renowned Snake River Farms and Double R Ranch beef, which are coveted by top chefs around the globe …. and which you will have discounted access to, becoming the hero of your backyard BBQ’s.

From ranch to table, we are involved in every step of the beef lifecycle and are committed to producing the finest beef available. We are more than just a place to work, we are a family!With ample growth opportunity, competitive benefits, and a strong family culture, we’re here to welcome you home!

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