Electrical Technician ; Pasco, WA

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

The Electrical Technician works independently troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electrical equipment and ensures all equipment is in safe working condition within the packaging and processing areas of a vegetable processing facility.

• Maintains all electrical systems from low voltages to 4160 volt
• Repairs or replaces all electrical devices including but not limited to: breaker panels, motor starters, heaters, fuses, lights, AC drives, motors, electrical switches, etc., all in accordance with state and federal codes including company policies and procedures
• Maintains and troubleshoots VFDs, soft starts, lighting and control circuits
• Must be able to install plant equipment, run conduits, pull wire, install switches, breaker panels, etc. as needed to supply power to plant electrical apparatus
• Works with electrical meters such as amp clamps, volt meters, analog meters, meggers, etc.
• Must be able to assist all other maintenance personnel in the event of a major plant break down
• Assists the Instrumentation/PLC Technician
• Performs other duties as assigned

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

3+ years related experience and/or training

• Good knowledge of computer systems
• Must be familiar with automated control systems and be able to read, understand and maintain electrical drawings and manuals
• 2+ years experience in a processing environment
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read and write in English