Electrician (Crew A) - Ontario, OR

Simplot Company; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in Ontario, United States, a GF Plant, seeks a Journeyman Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems and electronic equipment across the facility. The role requires reading blueprints, diagnosing issues, and performing wiring and installation tasks for potato-processing equipment and conveyors.

Day shift (Pitman Schedule) from 6am to 6pm with overtime and night differential; wage is $48.77 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years related experience and/or training.
• Journeyman Electrician License from Oregon or reciprocity in nearby states such as Idaho, Utah, Maine, Montana, Arkansas, Washington or Wyoming.

Responsibilities

• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for machines and potato-processing equipment (conveyors, PLCs).
• Connects wiring between machines and equipment and wires between components.
• Maintains safety per NEC and related standards and codes.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning equipment (transformers, motors, lighting) and replaces damaged components.
• Tests machinery and collaborates with maintenance staff to diagnose issues.
• Replaces faulty electrical components (relays, switches, motors) and positions sensing devices as needed.
• Reads blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Rewires motors and replaces bearings as required.
• Plans wiring layout and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical equipment in buildings.

Skills

Electrical safety

NEC standards knowledge

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years related experience

Job description

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The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This job ensures efficient operation of all electrical systems and electrical/electronic components on site. The individual in this job will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of the electrical systems, electronic equipment and instrumentation throughout the plant and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgement when a situation dictates.

Key Responsibilities

• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and specialized potato-processing equipment such as conveyors, and programmable logic controllers.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Shall have proven and demonstrated history of responsible and safe electrical work and possess a strong knowledge of NEC safety standards and other associated standards and codes.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance employees, (General Maintenance, Pump Mechanics and Electronics) to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices as appropriate or necessary.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Reads blueprints and all types of electrical schematics.
• Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors as necessary or required.
• Operates equipment to test for malfunctions and to verify repairs. Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

3+ years related experience and/or training

Required Certifications

Journeyman Electrician License from the State of Oregonora State with reciprocity such as,Idaho, Utah, Maine, Montana, Arkansas, Washington or Wyoming.

Other Information

Schedule:Days (6am - 6pm)\"Pitman Shift\" Schedule

Pay: $48.77/hr

Other:Overtime is paid after 10 hours worked each day. Nightshift will receive an added differential pay on top of base rate.

Travel Required:None

Location(s):GF Plant - Ontario

Country:United States

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.