Union Electrician

Perdue Agri Business is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals.

We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive.  
** That's Perdue.*
* ** Summary*
* Keep our operations powered and perform at their best as a Union Electrician with Perdue Agribusiness. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding electrical equipment that supports critical production operations. From preventative maintenance and PLC wiring to diagnosing equipment failures and responding to emergency breakdowns, you will play a key role in ensuring safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Working in a fast-paced industrial environment, you will collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to solve complex challenges while following industry-leading safety standards. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated, safety-focused professional who enjoys working with electrical systems, continuous problem-solving, and making a direct impact on plant performance.

** Schedule** :
This will be a 12 hour rotating shift.

** Principal

Essential Duties & Responsibilities *
* + Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment.

+ Wire and troubleshoot PLC systems.

+ Diagnose failures to electrical equipment and make repairs.

+ Rebuild electrical equipment.

+ Fabricate conduit.

+ Compile and complete paperwork related to repairs, including work orders, timecards, and job cards.

+ Perform all work within safety guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies as well as company policies.

+ Respond to calls after hours and on weekends to repair electrical equipment and power failures.

+ Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor.

** Minimum

Education and Experience *
* + High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ 0-10 years of electrical or related work experience, based on assigned skill level.

+ Reading, writing, math, and analytical skills.

+ Level determined by previous electrical and/or related work experience.

** Preferred

Education and Experience *
* + Advanced technical electrical training.

** Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors*
* + Walk, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and work with arms above shoulder level.

+ Move freely throughout Agribusiness facilities, including climbing vertical heights (0-150').

+ Carry tools and equipment (0-50 pounds).

+ Work in environments with temperatures (0-100°F), humidity (0-100%), and noise (50db-100db).

+ Exposure to grain dust and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).

+ Wear protective equipment as required.

_Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._