Electrician (Crew C) Ontario, OR

Simplot Company; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1500

Retention bonus $3000

Job summary

The Simplot Company is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for our GF Plant in Ontario, Oregon. The role covers installing power wiring and controls, reading blueprints, diagnosing electrical and instrumentation issues, and ensuring NEC safety standards on site.

Night shifts run 6pm–6am with differential pay and overtime after 10 hours. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of related experience, with PLC familiarity and ability to interpret electrical drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years of related experience or training.
• Familiarity with automated control systems; able to read/maintain electrical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for machines and conveyors.
• Connects power wiring between machines and equipment; wires cables.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning equipment and replaces faulty components.
• Reads blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Tests machinery and discusses issues with maintenance staff to diagnose problems.
• Replaces faulty components and positions sensing devices as needed.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Conduit installation

Diagnostics

Blueprints & schematics

Safety standards (NEC)

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years related experience

Tools

PLCs

Electrical drawings

Electrical testing gear

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

External Hires Only: Sign on bonus of $1500 & $3000 retention bonuses.

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
• Must be familiar with automated control systems and be able to read, understand and maintain electrical drawings and manuals.

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:Nights (6pm - 6am)"Pitman Shift" Schedule

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

Job Requisition ID:27354

Travel Required:None

Location(s):GF Plant - Ontario

Country:United States

Rate of Pay: ($48.77+ $1.25 Differential) Per/HR

**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.