Limited Maintenance Electrician - 2nd Shift

About the position

Darigold is seeking a skilled Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) to join our Portland Plant Maintenance team. The electrician is responsible for repairing electrical systems, apparatus and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications. This role is represented by a bargaining agreement, which will require union membership. Must have a valid Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install and repair electrical parts, equipment and systems including power distribution, motors, controls, VFDs and PLCs.
• Perform accurate instrument calibration work including following written procedures and detailed documentation of calibration results.
• Troubleshoot and tune PID loops.
• Troubleshoot and repair process sensors for pressure, temperature, flow, level, pH, and conductivity.
• Perform prescribed Preventative Maintenance work.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control networks, instrumentation, PLC, HMI, VFD, servo and control problems.
• Safely work with multi-phase, single phase, and low voltage electrical systems.
• Read and interpret work orders, safety rules, mechanical and electrical drawings, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Perform the general duties of a plant electrician; replace conduit and wire, replace electrical equipment, perform preventive maintenance on production and facilities equipment, read and update electrical drawings.
• Maintain accurate and complete records, document all work performed appropriately in work order system.
• Maintaining parts inventory using work orders and requesting parts as needed.
• Following all plant safety procedures, including wearing all required PPE in designated areas, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc. as well as LOTO procedures.
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
• Willing to assist maintenance mechanics when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is responsible for following all Food Safety and Quality requirements as outlined in Darigold's Good Manufacturing Policy, in conformance with the position's Standard Operating Procedures, and in accordance with facility training sessions and materials.

Requirements

• 3 years related experience required.
• MUST HAVE A VALID OREGON LIMITED MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN LICENSE.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work in a wet/humid environment with moderate noise.
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to urgent repairs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, crawl, reach, bend, climb and occasionally sit throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to lift up-to 50 pounds occasionally and assist others when lifting is necessary.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pension contribution
• Community giving through matching donations
• Employee Assistance Program
• $47.50/hr. plus shift differential