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Simplot Journeyman Electrician (Nights) Ontario, OR *$1,500 sign-on bonus + $3,000 in retention bonuses* in Ontario, Oregon
Journeyman Electrician (Nights) Ontario, OR $1,500 sign-on bonus + $3,000 in retention bonuses
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
The Electrical Technician works independently troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electrical equipment and ensures all equipment is in safe working condition within the packaging and processing areas of a vegetable processing facility.
- Shift: this is a night shift position from 6pm - 6am
Key Responsibilities
• Machines and specialized potato-processing equipment such as conveyors, and programmable logic controllers.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Shall have proven and demonstrated history of responsible and safe electrical work and possess a strong knowledge of NEC safety standards and other associated standards and codes.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance employees, (General Maintenance, Pump Mechanics and Electronics) to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices as appropriate or necessary.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Reads blueprints, and all types of electrical schematics.
• Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors as necessary or required.
• Operates equipment to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs. Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Must own and maintain the minimum required quality and quantity of personal hand tools for use on the job as instructed by your supervisor
Typical Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Relevant Experience
3+ years related experience and/or training
Required Certifications
Current Journeyman Electrical License from the State or Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Maine, Montana, Arkansas, Washington or Wyoming.
Other Information
Must be familiar with automated control systems and be able to read, understand and maintain electrical drawings and manuals.
• Follow instructions as directed.
• Notify appropriate personnel on equipment breakdown.
• Actively participate in the training and development of others as necessary or directed.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Know the general plant layout.
• Know and observe safety, security, quality, sanitation and personal hygiene requirements.
• Other and incidental duties as assigned.
Job Requisition ID : 18942
Travel Required : None
Location(s) : FG Plant - Ontario
Country: United States
*The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. *