Electrician - 1st Shift: Plant Maintenance & Growth

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Maintenance professional in Smithfield, VA to support plant operations. You will install, repair, and maintain electrical systems and coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure production runs smoothly.

The role requires an AA degree or equivalent plus 2+ years of experience, PLC knowledge, and the ability to read English manuals. On-site work with opportunities for growth and relocation assistance are available.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school plus 2+ years related experience.
• PLC experience is highly desired.
• Must read/write fluently in English for manuals and training materials.

Responsibilities

• Electrical system maintenance including motors, panels, lighting, wiring, and power distribution.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues to minimize downtime and keep production running.
• Follow OSHA/NEC safety standards and lead safety checks.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Forklift operation

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Tools

PLC

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Maintenance professional in Smithfield, VA to support plant operations. You will install, repair, and maintain electrical systems and coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure production runs smoothly.

The role requires an AA degree or equivalent plus 2+ years of experience, PLC knowledge, and the ability to read English manuals. On-site work with opportunities for growth and relocation assistance are available.