Electrician | 1st Shift

Viking Corporation; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Corporation in Hastings, NE is seeking an experienced Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems supporting manufacturing equipment and facility operations.

You will work with automated machinery, robotics, PLCs, motors, and electrical controls to minimize downtime and ensure safe, efficient production across the facility.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician license is required.
• 1–3 years of related industrial or manufacturing electrical experience or training.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and robotics is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install wiring, conduit, power supplies, controls for manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and electronic malfunctions including motors, relays, switches, sensors, and control circuits.
• Program, test, and adjust automated equipment and robotic systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Ensure safety and compliance with electrical codes and procedures.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve problems.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Robotics

Industrial maintenance

Education

Journeyperson Electrician license

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical schematics

Job description

Brief Job SummaryThe Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and components supporting manufacturing equipment and facility operations. This position works with automated machinery, robotics, programmable controllers, motors, electrical controls, and related mechanical systems to minimize equipment downtime and support safe, efficient production.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesInstall electrical wiring, conduit, power supplies, controls, and related components for new and existing manufacturing machinery and equipment, including robots, conveyors, motors, and programmable controllers.Connect electrical power, control wiring, cables, and components between machines, equipment, and electrical systems.Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and electronic malfunctions involving motors, transformers, relays, switches, sensors, lighting, control circuits, and other electrical components.Repair or replace faulty wiring, cables, motors, relays, switches, sensing devices, circuit boards, and other electrical or electronic components.Troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment using PLCs, robot controllers, teach pendants, and other diagnostic tools.Program, test, and adjust automated equipment and robotic systems as needed to identify malfunctions and verify repairs.Perform electrical troubleshooting on machinery to identify root causes of equipment failures and minimize production downtime.Collaborate with maintenance, tool room, engineering, and production personnel to diagnose and resolve equipment problems.Repair, replace, and maintain electric motors and related components, including motor bearings and wiring.Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.Plan electrical layouts and install wiring, conduit, electrical panels, controls, and other electrical equipment throughout the facility.Assist with troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems when required to support equipment operation.Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and manufacturing equipment.Ensure electrical work is completed safely and in accordance with applicable electrical codes, safety requirements, and company procedures.Maintain a safe and organized work area and follow established lockout/tagout and electrical safety procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED required.Journeyperson Electrician license required.One to three years of related industrial or manufacturing electrical experience and/or training required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, motors, controls, and automated manufacturing equipment.Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and industrial robotics strongly preferred.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.Working knowledge of electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and applicable electrical codes.Experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment is preferred.