Industrial Electrician

Riviana Foods Inc. - USA; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) retirement planning

Career development

Job summary

Riviana Foods Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to troubleshoot and repair plant equipment and perform preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical installations and production equipment.

You will improve facility reliability using problem-solving skills across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems. You will install and maintain electrical components, assist with parts ordering, and mentor other maintenance personnel.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and electrical schooling or technical training.
• Minimum four years of industrial electrician experience or equivalent.
• Experience with troubleshooting electrical control systems in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues to minimize downtime.
• Install, maintain, and replace electrical components and control panels.
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and calibrate process instrumentation.
• Support maintenance team and train junior staff.
• Operate and maintain 480V three-phase systems and motor controls.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial control systems

VFDs and motors

Wiring and conduit

Reading electrical schematics

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma + electrical schooling or technical training

Electrical journeyman license preferred

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Multimeters

Megger insulation testers

Electrical testing tools

Job description

About the Role

The Industrial Electrician will troubleshoot and repair plant equipment and perform preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical installations and production equipment as needed. You will be responsible to the improvement and success of the facility as it related to Industrial Electrical Systems and must have the ability to apply problem solving techniques for the repair and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment.

What You’ll Do:

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues promptly to minimize equipment downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Install, maintain, and replace electrical components, conduit, lighting, control panels, starter panels, and associated wiring.
• Assist with identifying and ordering the parts and materials needed to complete maintenance and repair projects.
• Support the training and development of other maintenance personnel, providing technical guidance and sharing expertise.
• Troubleshoot and repair scales, variable frequency drives (VFDs), air conditioning systems, electronic equipment, and other industrial electrical systems.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to less experienced electrical maintenance personnel on assigned projects.
• Apply knowledge of motor sizing, wiring, circuit breakers, and electrical controls for both new installations and existing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment, including case packers, filling machines, and other manufacturing machinery.
• Program, adjust, and maintain temperature, level, and zero-speed controls to ensure proper equipment operation.
• Maintain and troubleshoot 480V three-phase electrical systems, including motors, motor starters, and associated wiring, performing replacements and repairs as needed.
• Diagnose electrical and equipment malfunctions throughout the production facility and implement effective solutions.
• Install and maintain electrical conduit and wiring to support production equipment and facility operations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot programmable logic controller (PLC)-based control systems.
• Calibrate, inspect, and maintain industrial process instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliable performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with the company’s established maintenance plan.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment as needed to support overall facility operations.
• Operate a fork truck, JLG, scissor lift and other mobile equipment or have the ability to learn to operate

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, along with electrical schooling or technical training.
• A minimum of four years of industrial electrician experience, or completion of a technical or trade school program with at least one year of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in electrical troubleshooting and industrial control systems.
• Previous experience in the food manufacturing industry preferred.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controller (PLC) systems and programming.
• Electrical journeyman’s license preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.

You’d Be a Great Fit If You:

• Have ability to obtain or maintain internal forklift certification.
• Proficiency in using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment, including voltmeters, multimeters, high- and low-voltage detectors, and Megger insulation testers.
• Experience using pipe-bending tools, grounding equipment, power tools, hand tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, and other shop equipment.
• Ability to use multimeters to measure amperage, voltage, and resistance.
• Proficiency in using computers to access, troubleshoot, and edit PLC programs.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical diagrams.
• Working knowledge of production processes, including speed, motion, timing, and equipment operation.
• Knowledge of OSHA Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and confined-space safety procedures.
• Strong mathematical skills and the ability to apply calculations to electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
• Ability to identify the root causes of equipment malfunctions and determine the most effective corrective actions.
• Strong critical-thinking, active-listening, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to apply deductive and inductive reasoning to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and loudly enough to be heard over typical manufacturing facility noise levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, with flexibility to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
• Availability to respond to emergency callouts and participate in scheduled on-call rotations.
• Ability to work in environments with high noise levels and seasonal exposure to heat and cold.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks involving climbing (including heights exceeding 100 feet), lifting, balancing, bending, reaching, leaning, stooping, and handling materials.
• Sufficient natural or corrected vision to work safely in both daylight and dimly lit conditions.
• Ability to demonstrate the proper use, care, and maintenance of all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to company-sponsored benefits to support your health and well-being.
• Retirement Planning: A 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for your future.
• Career Development: Opportunities to expand your skills, develop professionally, and grow within the company.
• Meaningful Work: Opportunities to share ideas, solve problems, and help improve the company.
• Team Environment: Work with supportive colleagues who value teamwork, new ideas, and shared success.

Riviana Foods Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, citizenship where legally permitted to work, or any other protected category under federal, state or local law, regulation or ordinance. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations.

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