Plant Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (PLC/Controls)

J.R. Simplot Company; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The J.R. Simplot Company in Grand Forks, United States, is seeking a maintenance technician responsible for plant instrumentation, control systems, and electrical/electronic equipment.

This role includes troubleshooting, repair, programming, documentation, upgrades, and installation to keep production running efficiently. Typical responsibilities involve reading manuals and drawings, ensuring safety, training others, and maintaining certifications.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of instrumentation/electronic/electrical experience.
• Experience programming and/or PLC operations preferred.
• Journeyman Electrician Card holders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electronic, electrical, and control systems in the plant.
• Install, calibrate, maintain, and document instrumentation and control equipment.
• Read and interpret manufacturers’ manuals and engineering drawings.
• Maintain safe work practices and keep work areas clean and functional.
• Train fellow workers as needed and support maintenance team goals.
• Work weekends/overtime as required to meet operations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrumentation

PLC operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical trade / apprenticeship / associate degree

Journeyman Electrician Card

Job description

The J.R. Simplot Company in Grand Forks, United States, is seeking a maintenance technician responsible for plant instrumentation, control systems, and electrical/electronic equipment.

This role includes troubleshooting, repair, programming, documentation, upgrades, and installation to keep production running efficiently. Typical responsibilities involve reading manuals and drawings, ensuring safety, training others, and maintaining certifications.