Licensed Maintenance Electrician

Kelly is currently seeking a talented and experienced Maintenance Electrician for an exciting Direct Hire opportunity within a growing production facility in The Dalles, Oregon !

Primary job duties:

• Perform limited electrical maintenance and repairs of wiring, conduit, and various electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair or install motors, switches, circuit breakers, lighting, electrical outlets.
• Install, connect, adjust and calibrate electrical gauges and recording instruments.
• Plan layout and installation of wiring, equipment, or fixtures based on specs and codes.
• Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, or test lamps.
• Possess demonstrable skills for specifying and properly sizing of wire, conduit, circuit breakers and fuses per NEC and other applicable codes.
• Read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components.
• Troubleshoot and install VFD’s, motor controls systems, valves, and other electrical components.
• Ability to troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLC’s), verify operation of inputs and outputs on devices through the use of a test meter.
• High mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools to perform repairs
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Completed a related educational degree, certificate, or program; and/or comparable work experience, plus formal training in this area
• Holds applicable licensing and certificate(s)
• A fundamental aptitude, which may be assessed by a practical exam.
• Experience in food production and manufacturing environment
• Able to understand and utilize PLC programs to aid in troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively.
• Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 50lbs, sit, stand, crouch, and perform job duties with limited assistance.

Hours of Operation:

Full time/ 40 hours per week with some weekend and overtime hours required when needed, possible day or swing shift position. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) and requires work on various shifts.

Pay: $40.00/hour