Plant Electrician

Aerotek; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Plant Electrician to support an onion processing plant in Boardman, Oregon. You will oversee electrical systems, maintenance activities, and equipment reliability to ensure safe, continuous operation and high product quality.

You will develop preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical issues, interpret blueprints, and collaborate with production and quality teams on process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food processing facility or similar sanitary production environment.
• Background in automation and process engineering concepts in an industrial setting.
• Comfort working with both electrical and mechanical aspects of plant equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Commitment to following and promoting safety policies, procedures, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and repair plant electrical equipment and infrastructure to ensure continuous and efficient operation.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for electrical systems, machinery, and related components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
• Install, upgrade, and modify electrical wiring, conduit, and associated components in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Test electrical systems and components, including various voltages, to verify proper operation and identify potential issues.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals to perform installations, maintenance, and repairs.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to improve plant performance, process reliability, and overall product quality.
• Lead or support engineering and maintenance projects, including equipment upgrades, process improvements, and facility expansions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, including Oregon State Electrical Codes and relevant industrial codes.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to maintenance schedules, work performed, equipment manuals, and engineering projects.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff and technicians in safe electrical work practices, proper use of tools and test equipment, and adherence to codes.
• Work with hydraulic and other industrial systems as needed to support overall plant maintenance and repair activities.

Skills

Sanitary env experience

Automation concepts

Electrical & mechanical aptitude

Adaptability

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Title: Plant Electrician

Job Description

This role supports an onion processing plant by overseeing electrical systems, equipment reliability, and maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation. The plant electrician works closely with production and quality teams, troubleshoots complex electrical and mechanical issues, and contributes to process improvements and facility projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and repair plant electrical equipment and infrastructure to ensure continuous and efficient operation.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for electrical systems, machinery, and related components.

• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.

• Install, upgrade, and modify electrical wiring, conduit, and associated components in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

• Test electrical systems and components, including various voltages, to verify proper operation and identify potential issues.

• Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals to perform installations, maintenance, and repairs.

• Collaborate with production and quality teams to improve plant performance, process reliability, and overall product quality.

• Lead or support engineering and maintenance projects, including equipment upgrades, process improvements, and facility expansions.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, including Oregon State Electrical Codes and relevant industrial codes.

• Maintain accurate documentation related to maintenance schedules, work performed, equipment manuals, and engineering projects.

• Train and mentor maintenance staff and technicians in safe electrical work practices, proper use of tools and test equipment, and adherence to codes.

• Work with hydraulic and other industrial systems as needed to support overall plant maintenance and repair activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food processing facility or similar sanitary production environment.

• Background in automation and process engineering concepts in an industrial setting.

• Comfort working with both electrical and mechanical aspects of plant equipment.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

• Commitment to following and promoting safety policies, procedures, and best practices.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a direct hire, permanent placement with a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to build a long-term career in a dynamic and growing industry. You will work in an environment that values safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and expand your technical expertise.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Boardman, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

for you, including medical, PTO, 401(k), parental leave, and any other perks they offer.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Boardman, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Boardman,OR.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.