Dairy Farmers of America · 6 hours ago
Industrial Maintenance Electrician 2nd Shift
Franklin, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$34/hr - $36/hr
2+ years expDairy Farmers of America is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to perform electrical maintenance tasks on plant utility and process infrastructure. The role involves installing, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and components while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
AgricultureDairyDietary SupplementsFood Processing
Responsibilities
Program, troubleshoot, and operate programmable controllers, distributive control, and interlocking systems
Install equipment for new electrical services (120v, 240v, and 480v, three phases), including wiring, conduit, panels, breakers, contactors, relays, times, and controls
Perform work on-site automation system to the component level, including components that require 0–10-volt signal or 4-20 milliamp signal repair
Perform electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair; install or replace circuit breakers, fuses, and variable speed
Work on electrical equipment including but not limited to Frequency Drives (VFDs), contactors, overload devices, fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring
Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, distribution systems, motor control centers, and motors
Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict production efficiency
Stay current on new products, equipment, technology, and techniques
Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
Perform and assist in all operations maintenance activities in accordance with national, state, and local electrical codes
Use a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., SAP) to record and access maintenance-related information
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work consistently with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
2 to 4 years of electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience
Certification and/or License – Electrician journeyman license or other location specific electrician license
Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment
Knowledge and application of national, state, local building codes, OSHA, and standard industry safety rules/regulations pertaining to electrical work
Able to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities
Able to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner
Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints
Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
Able to perform electrical activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
Able to complete minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation
Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
Able to work effectively in a team environment
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Basic computer skills
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Preferred
Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline preferred
Master electrician preferred
Benefits
Excellent benefits
$3,000.00 sign-on bonus
Great growth opportunities
Company
Dairy Farmers of America
Dairy Farmers of America is a milk marketing cooperative owned and served by farmers across the nation.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$45MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-09-15Grant· $45M
Leadership Team
Dennis Rodenbaugh
Chief Executive Officer
Daniel Jones
Division Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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