Maintenance Manager & Electrical Administrator

Job Details

Job Location:

VET - Vancouver, WA 98660

Position Type:
Full Time Salary Range: $ - $ Salary Job Shift: Any Job Category:
Facilities

For more than 55 years, United Grain Corporation (UGC) has brought producers, suppliers, and customers together to help nourish the world safely and reliably. As a leading bulk grain exporter and supply chain management company, we deliver high-quality products to customers around the globe — backed by dependable service and strong relationships.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, our Vancouver Export Terminal offers the largest grain storage capacity on the U.S. West Coast. We also operate terminals across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

At UGC, relationships matter. We are proud of the partnerships we’ve built and the long‑term value we continue to create in the communities we serve. Most importantly, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. When you join United Grain, you’re not just joining a company — you’re becoming part of the UGC family.

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• Medical, Dental (including orthodontia), and Vision coverage
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off, including Community Volunteer time and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Wellness Program
• Recognition Programs
• Inclusive, team-oriented, and family-friendly culture

• Demonstrates safe work practices and ensures compliance with all safety programs, policies, and procedures for themselves and those working around them.
• Maintains courteous, professional, and responsive interactions with vendors, contractors, employees, and operational crews while fostering collaboration and respect.
• Works closely with Vancouver Head Office (VHO) on maintenance projects, capital improvements, budgeting, purchasing, and cost‑control initiatives.
• Supervises Maintenance Lead and Maintenance Supervisors, Longshore Millwrights, UGC Electricians, and electrical administration functions, while overseeing preventive maintenance programs and repair activities.
• Coordinates with Production to plan and execute routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and special projects to support terminal operations and achieve the best overall outcomes for UGC.
• Responds to maintenance and operational troubleshooting callouts as needed.
• Partners with the Safety Manager to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and environmental requirements, including WISHA, EPA, Department of Ecology, One Call, and other governing agencies.
• Works closely with Electricians and contractors on project planning, purchasing, scheduling, and execution. Ensures all electrical work is performed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and safe work practices.
• Provides oversight of electrical administration activities, including apprenticeship documentation, electrical licensing requirements, training records, contractor coordination, and compliance reporting.
• Provides or coordinates training on critical safety programs, including confined space entry, hot work, lockout/tagout, and other required safety procedures for employees and contractors.
• Monitors conveyor systems, automated controls, and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to maintain efficient operations and identify equipment issues.
• Observes, evaluates, and assists with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment to identify maintenance needs and prevent operational disruptions.
• Assists with project estimating, planning, execution, monitoring, and cost control for maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Ensures Electricians and electrical contractors comply with all applicable state electrical laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and industry standards.
• Develops, implements, and continuously improves maintenance and electrical programs to maximize equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and workplace safety
• Serves as the designated Electrical Administrator for the facility and is responsible for ensuring compliance with…