Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

U.S. Sugar is one of the nation’s largest fully integrated producer of sugarcane, a leading provider of fresh vegetables and citrus products and a regional short line railroad operator. Headquartered in Clewiston, Florida, the company farms more than 200,000 acres in Hendry, Glades, Martin and Palm Beach counties and employs approximately 3,000 people, including many high skilled/wage jobs in automated environments.

• Abide by all company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and comply with all company, local, state and federal regulations relating to health, safety, operations, etc.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre‑shift meetings, and certifications related to the position.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in troubleshooting, installation, fabrication, maintenance, repair and testing of analog/digital control loops, PLCs, valves, transmitters, controllers, probes, electronic, pneumatic, automatic controls, frequency drives, motor starters, motors and electrical equipment, power and lighting panel boards, instrumentation and controls, and power distribution equipment (480 V, 240 V, 208 V, 120 V).
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in troubleshooting and installing AC/DC multi‑wire control systems.
• Respond to, repair, and/or assist others in breakdowns; use tools and read tape measure, megers, multimeters and other metering equipment; perform mathematical calculations.
• Maintain written documentation pertaining to the job, including documenting all maintenance and work orders using CMMS.
• Read and apply processes and procedures according to operating and maintenance manuals.
• Operate overhead crane, forklift, and man lift.
• Precisely calibrate various measuring instruments; operate PLC equipment using a touch screen; perform load calculations for sizing of wire and breakers according to NEC specifications, and selection and installation of conduit.
• Demonstrate proper safety, housekeeping procedures, and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP).
• Work the posted schedule with shift work and overtime as necessary.
• Learn medium and high voltage power distribution systems, i.e. 13.8 kVA and lower.

• Must have positive results from company‑designated tests measuring basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and other characteristics.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a good work record and disciplinary history.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to comprehend instructions on the job.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre‑employment background screening, and successfully complete required training.
• Must possess basic computer skills and aptitude for working with and interpreting graphics related to process equipment.
• Demonstrate physical ability to perform essential functions; good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• Must have colored vision and use of both hands to manipulate colored wiring, read schematics and perform layout work.
• Must obtain forklift certification within 30 days as necessary.

80% of the work environment is conducted in an open outdoor environment, exposed to heights and rapidly changing temperatures including extreme heat, weather conditions, blowing dust and particles, burning bulk and liquid fuel. Workers wear PPE (hard hat, goggles, hair net, ear plugs, arc flash suits and equipment and/or full body chemical resistant suits), and regularly climb stairs and/or ladders, kneel, crawl, bend, stoop, reach, and walk on uneven ground containing trip hazards.

20% of the work environment requires routinely lifting, loading, pushing and pulling of up to 50 lbs., regular exposure to live electrical current, electronic industrial magnets, and pressurized steam, routinely using heavy equipment and machinery with moving parts, and occasionally accessing enclosed/confined spaces; may be fitted for and wear a respirator.

United States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Entry level

Full‑time

Manufacturing

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing