**Job Description** JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install, and repair electrical parts, equipment and systems; install or replace circuit breakers, fuses, and variable speed · Work on electrical equipment including but not limited to Frequency Ddrives (VFDs), contactors, overload devices, fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring · Safely work with multi-phase, high voltage and low voltage electrical systems · Troubleshoot and resolve control networks, instrumentation, PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control), HMI (Human Machine Interface), VFD, servo, and control problems · Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service · Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, distribution systems, motor control centers, and motors · Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime · Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production · Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques · Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes · Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance · Perform and assist in all operations maintenance activities, in accordance with national, state and local electrical codes · Use a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., SAP) to record and access maintenance related information · Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues · Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements · The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required **Requirements** EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · High school diploma or equivalent · Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline preferred · 4 to 6 years of electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience · Certification and/or License – Electrician journeyman license or other location specific electrician license; master electrician preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES · Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment · Considerable knowledge and application of national, state, local building codes, OSHA, and standard industry safety rules/regulations pertaining to electrical work · Able to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities · Able to use to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner · Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints · Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time · Able to perform complex or complicated electrical activities/repairs independently · Able to complete projects from planning to installation · Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures · Able to work effectively in a team environment · Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing · Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals · Basic computer skills · Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer