Master Electrician - 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician / Electrical Installation
Location: Saint James
Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that’s sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.
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Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:
- Competitive Starting Pay - $45.10
- Sign-On Bonus - $2,500
- Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
- Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
- Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!
In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development.
THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
We are looking for a skilled Master
Electrician to join our maintenance team meat packaging facility. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant's electrical systems, equipment, and machinery.
You’ll follow all company safety protocols, including LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performance environment. Your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the success of the team and the plant as a whole!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
- Installs, services and repair lightning fixtures, electrical panels, outlets and wiring.
- Operates power and hand tools and other specialized electrical equipment
- Installs, services and repair specialized electrical equipment.
- Constructs and maintains service equipment.
- Read electrical circuits diagrams.
- Requisition s materials and supplies from stockroom and recommend purchases and supplies.
- Transfer primary power from one power source to another.
- Installs conductors, splices cables, builds terminations and does necessary hook up for primary power lines.
- May do other trades work incidental to electrical work.
- Performs work required for the repair, maintenance, installation, and modernization of electrical systems for buildings, equipment and grounds.
- Performs work of a skilled variety demanding a high degree of manual and technical competency.
- Locates and determines electrical malfunctions using test equipment.
- Repairs malfunctions by such methods as replacing burned out elements, fuses, and replacing defective wiring, cleaning and repairing motors.
- Tests electrical equipment, such as motors, heaters, and controls for safety and efficiency, using standard test equipment and by observing functions.
- Inspect circuits for specified shielding and grounding.
- Performs other duties as required by manager and/or supervisor.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- Must have a high school…
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