1st-Shift Electrical Technician: PLC & Automation Expert

Vermont Cider Company is hiring an Industrial Electrical Technician/PLC Specialist to join our maintenance team on 1st shift. In this hands-on role, you will troubleshoot, repair, and improve highly technical production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for an experienced electrical technician who enjoys problem-solving, working with automated systems, and helping keep production running safely and efficiently.

Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Thursday | 6:00 AM–4:30 PM

Pay: $24.00–$40.00 per hour Pay is based on skills, experience, shift, internal equity, and business needs. We support employee growth through hands-on training, skill development, performance-based advancement, and opportunities to build a long-term career with our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and provide maintenance and electrical support for production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC- and VFD-controlled high-speed production equipment and batch processes.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment using precision measurement tools.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Follow plant safety, 5S, and Standard Operating Procedure requirements while completing assigned work efficiently.
• Analyze process data and support equipment maintenance and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and predictive maintenance tasks to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
• Use the maintenance management system to document corrective and preventive maintenance, source and issue parts, record equipment issues, and enter inspection or measurement points.
• Prioritize and self-schedule maintenance work around production needs to support production and maintenance key performance indicators.
• Follow all safety guidelines and help maintain a safe working environment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, as well as applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Why Join Vermont Cider Company?

• $500 annual tool allowance
• PTO starting at 3 weeks in year one
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Monthly product allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match

What We Are Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Electrical experience required; 3 years of industrial electrical or programming experience preferred.
• Two-year technical degree and/or licensed electrician credential preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting motor control and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and other industrial control components preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Ability to identify root causes, propose solutions, and implement repairs or improvements.
• Ability to perform calibrations, installations, and maintenance of process and analytical instrumentation.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; experience with computerized maintenance management systems preferred.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience in high-speed packaging or highly automated continuous process environments preferred.
• Ability to perform mechanical work such as valve replacement, conveyor bearing and chain replacement, motor and gearbox replacement, and lubrication routes.
• Ability to work overtime, alternate shifts, and provide after-hours support as business needs require.

About Vermont Hard Cider Company

Vermont Hard Cider Company, LLC conducts business under two trade names:
Vermont Cider Company, which represents the brands we own and operate, and Green Mountain Beverage, which supports our co-packing and contract manufacturing business.

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