Protein Plant Electrical Technician - Growth & Maintenance

Pilgrim's; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Electrical Technician to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment in a fast-paced food-manufacturing setting. The role requires reading schematics, using multimeters and related tools, and performing preventive maintenance.

You will operate in a 2, 2, 3 schedule with a base hourly rate and a shift differential for night shifts, supporting continuous plant operations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in poultry or food manufacturing is a plus.
• Must be able to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, set, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment (e.g., metal detectors, scales, PID controllers, VFD, PLC, circuit boards, fuses, relays, motors, electro-pneumatic valves).
• Read and interpret electromechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints, etc.
• Perform timely repair and routine maintenance; preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Interpret instructions

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

Power tools

PLC knowledge

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Electrical Technician to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment in a fast-paced food-manufacturing setting. The role requires reading schematics, using multimeters and related tools, and performing preventive maintenance.

You will operate in a 2, 2, 3 schedule with a base hourly rate and a shift differential for night shifts, supporting continuous plant operations and safety standards.