Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Green-Plains-Inc; York (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Green Plains Inc. is seeking an Electrical Instrumentation Technician to maintain and repair electrical systems, instrumentation, and PLC/DCS controls across the plant. The role emphasizes timely response to changing conditions to ensure safe, efficient production.

Responsibilities include wiring, motor and conduit tasks, PLC/DCS programming, and calibrating control panels, with 60–70% focus on electrical work. Requires strong electrical background and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of mechanical experience in an industrial setting.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment operations and care.
• Experience with Arc and MIG welding.
• Ability to read and update electrical prints; knowledge of discrete/analog systems.
• Strong electrical experience with PLC/DCS knowledge.
• Knowledge of Hart Communication Systems, Profibus wiring and Device-net.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic experience strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and troubleshoot instrumentation and electrical systems across the plant.
• Perform electrical repairs: motors, motor starters, conduit, and wire pulling.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC/DCS systems; program PLC/DCS as needed.
• 60–70% of time on electrical repairs and installations.
• Adjust controls on panels to manage process variables and automatic regulation.
• Inspect equipment to locate malfunctions and ensure safe operation.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Arc welding

MIG welding

PLC/DCS programming

electrical prints

Hart Communication

Profibus wiring

Device-net

Reading electrical prints

Discrete/analog systems

Pneumatic & hydraulic

Job description

Green Plains Inc. is seeking an Electrical Instrumentation Technician to maintain and repair electrical systems, instrumentation, and PLC/DCS controls across the plant. The role emphasizes timely response to changing conditions to ensure safe, efficient production.

Responsibilities include wiring, motor and conduit tasks, PLC/DCS programming, and calibrating control panels, with 60–70% focus on electrical work. Requires strong electrical background and a valid driver's license.