Electrician

Electrician

The Electrician supports SIRE's operations by installing, programming, inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems supporting utility and control operations. This position works closely with other departments to ensure SIRE continues to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

Essential Job

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Installs, programs, inspects, troubleshoots, and adjusts electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information systems
• Performs tests and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment; interprets readings and outputs of equipment; ensures proper functioning of equipment
• Performs basic programming for utilities information systems; programs with ladder logic and relay logic; operates PLCs, RTUs and associated inputs/outputs; operates VFDs; performs telecommunications networking
• Initiates work orders pertaining to utilities & controls equipment and information systems; ensures work orders are accurate and complete; performs record-keeping functions on CMMS system
• Serves as a liaison to manufacturers, contractors, company personnel and other internal or external parties with respect to controls equipment, instruments, and related systems
• Ensures compliance with National Electrical Code and other applicable laws, codes, or regulations
• Able to be on call for emergency issues
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Two-year certificate or degree as an Electrician Instrumentation Tech or equal experience with electronic, electro-mechanical and pneumatic industrial instrumentation required
• Work experience & equivalent to 3 years' experience in industrial maintenance or related field required
• Valid driver's license
• Previous work experience with machinery in a manufacturing, grain elevator or agricultural setting, preferred
• Ability to use test and calibration equipment to calibrate transmitters and control loops
• Ability to use mathematics and algebra to scale and calibrate process instrumentation
• Interpret and/or modify PLC control logic as necessary. Install and calibrate pressure, temperature, flow, and level controls
• Considerable knowledge of electronic instrumentation, process control and electrical systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Basic computer knowledge/skills including Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to work well with others and the ability to work independently

Compensation, Benefits & Career Growth:

SIRE offers one of the most competitive compensation packages (salary and bonus) as well as a comprehensive, family-friendly benefits package designed to support employees and their families including:

• UP to $2,500 in new employee sign on bonuses
• Exceptional family medical, dental, and vision benefits (includes a 100% company paid premium option for medical & $0-copay telehealth)
• HSA and FSA options, with up to $1,000 annual company match
• Quarterly bonuses up to 15%
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual starting day one (up to 3 weeks in year one)
• 9 paid holidays
• Exceptional 401k fund contributions (up to 6%)
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid parental and bereavement leave
• Training, skill-based pay increases, and career development
• Strong culture with events, appreciation, and SIRE swag
• Clear opportunities for long-term career growth

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.