Maintenance Electrician- 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Maintenance Electrician for 2nd shift at the North Carolina Dobson Plant. The role focuses on maintaining mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, reading blueprints, and performing preventative maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of industrial maintenance experience, NOCTI certifications, and the ability to work unsupervised, including nights and weekends. Training for entry level staff is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in industrial machinery maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and schematics.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, conveyors, pumps, steam and electrical systems.
• Identify root causes of complex issues using welding, fabrication, basic pipefitting and electrical/control knowledge.
• Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled.
• Propose permanent fixes for recurring problems.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions and seek assistance if needed.
• Assist with maintaining blueprints and operating manuals.
• Train entry level employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Blueprint reading

Schematics reading

Education

High School Diploma

NOCTI Level I

NOCTI Level II

Job description

## Maintenance Electrician- 2nd ShiftApplylocations: North Carolina - Dobson Planttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2025-55341**PRIMARY FUNCTION:**Primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and conveying systems/types of industrial equipment for poultry processing plant. Perform preventative and predictive maintenance using blueprints and diagrams to verify that all equipment is operating within required specifications and tolerances. May perform periodic testing and inspections, troubleshooting and repairs. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations. **ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Under minimal supervision, maintain and repair mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, conveyor, pump, steam and electrical systems using blueprints and schematic drawings to ensure equipment is performing safely to required specifications* Identify root cause of more complex/difficult mechanical and electrical issues and repairs using welding, fabrication, basic pipefitting and electrical/process control knowledge; notify appropriate personnel if further attention is required* Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled* Search for and present ideas for permanent fix for reoccurring mechanical or electrical problems* Identify and correct unsafe conditions; notify appropriate personnel and request assistance if unable to correct on own* Assist with maintaining a file of blueprints and operating manuals and procedures as needed* Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations* Train entry level employees as needed* All other duties as assigned**EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:*** High School Diploma or equivalent* NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical test, Level I certified* Pass NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical test, Level 2 required****EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:***** Minimum 1 year experience in industrial machinery maintenance and repair, mechanical and electrical knowledge* Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawing and schematics required* Intermediate math and computer skills* Ability to operate/use basic hand and power tools* Ability to comprehend and communicate in English required* Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate* Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours* Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character**SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:*** Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs* Must wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*** Stand up to 8 hours* Lift up to 60 lbs* May be exposed to heat (99oF, 37oC) and cold (45oF, 4oC)* Exposure to wet and dusty environment* Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling* Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)* Work around raw, live animal odors