Journeyman Electrician (Maintenance/Food Processing Plant)

Compensation: $60,000 - $90,000 Per Year

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Maintenance Journeyman to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, with the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment in a manufacturing setting. The Electrical Maintenance Journeyman will also be responsible for ensuring that all electrical systems are running safely and efficiently while complying with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
• Perform diagnostics and maintenance on programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and ladder logic.
• Participate in the Hazmat team, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety protocols.
• Read and interpret engineering documents, including detailed blueprints, P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and wiring schematics.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, motors, control panels, and various machinery.
• Work with Allen-Bradley systems, demonstrating expertise in programming and troubleshooting these controllers.
• Safely work with electrical components, including 480 VAC 3-phase motor controls, 120 VAC, and 24VDC circuits.
• Work off-shift hours, weekends, or during emergencies as required to minimize production downtime.
  
  

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Journeyman Electrical/Maintenance License for the state of Michigan.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Ability to work with various calibration and testing tools, such as RTD calibrators and digital multi-meters.
• Willingness to join and contribute to the Hazmat team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or off-shifts as necessary.
• Familiarity with SAP/PPE systems and basic computer literacy (preferred)
• Experience working with Allen-Bradley PLCs and troubleshooting associated systems.
• Prior experience in maintenance within a food processing or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of 480 VAC 3-phase motor control systems and low-voltage control circuits (120 VAC and 24VDC).
• Expertise in PLC troubleshooting and ladder logic programming.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain electrical systems following LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex motor control systems and low-voltage circuits