Protein Plant Electrician - Maintenance & Troubleshooting Pro

Pilgrim's; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 60 days

401(k) company match

Shift differential: $1.00 for 3rdshift

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Electrical Technician to maintain and repair electrical equipment across our poultry/food processing facilities. You’ll install, calibrate, and troubleshoot systems while reading drawings and using meters and computers.

The role requires physical stamina to work in hot/cold environments and lift heavy objects. We offer a 2-2-3 schedule with benefits starting after 60 days, including health coverage and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Experience in poultry or food manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively.
• Read and interpret electromechanical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of using measurement tools (multimeter, megohmmeter) and computers.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance and repair promptly.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, set, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment (metal detectors, scales, PID controllers, VFD, PLC, circuit boards, fuses, relays, motors, electro-pneumatic valves).
• Read and interpret electromechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints.
• Perform timely repair and routine maintenance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Handle emergencies and unplanned repairs.
• Use power tools (saws, drills, grinder, etc.).
• Work in high heat, cold environments, at heights, in confined spaces.
• Lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Instruction comprehension

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

Signal generator

Computers

Power tools

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking an Electrical Technician to maintain and repair electrical equipment across our poultry/food processing facilities. You’ll install, calibrate, and troubleshoot systems while reading drawings and using meters and computers.

The role requires physical stamina to work in hot/cold environments and lift heavy objects. We offer a 2-2-3 schedule with benefits starting after 60 days, including health coverage and a 401(k) with company match.