What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Service Technician position at OPC Arbre Farms?
. JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Electrical Service Technician Position Reports to: Maintenance Manager
FLSA Status: Non Exempt Full-time Hourly
- This is a full-time permanent position eligible for enrollment in company benefit plans after 60 days and Vacation time after 90 days.
- 7:00 am – 4:00m Monday – Friday Possible Saturdays
The roots of our heritage offer us complete focus; from farming through the entire process. We are committed to innovation, quality and customer service. The OPC Family of companies is dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices throughout our farming operation, giving us the ability to give our customers “Seed to Fork” varieties of quality potato products, other vegetables and fruits.
Position Purpose Summary: Electrical Service Technician are responsible for any electrical maintenance, upgrades, and repairs within the facility. They must also be willing and able to communicate and work well with others.
Requirements, Expectations & Work Conditions:
- At least 18 years old
- Willing to work in an industrial environment
- Willing to work in a highly regulated food service industry
- Serve the needs of customers and all stakeholders
- Adhere to all Food Safety Policies and GMP practices.
- Use/wear all personal protective equipment required by the company.
- Operate heavy equipment, but not limited to forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift. Wear proper safety equipment when operating such equipment.
- Perform Preventative Maintenance duties and fill out the proper support documentation.
- Updating records and preparing relevant documents, plans, budgets, and reports.
- Comply with company required safety training to include but not limited to: GMP practices, lockout/tagout, proper lifting, and other safety training.
- Testing of electrical systems with oscilloscopes, voltmeters, ohmmeters, etc.
- Available to assist other departments as needed, and do other duties as assigned
- Troubleshoot electrical, including motors, fuses, transformers, transfer switches, wiring, and circuits
- Demonstrate the ability to read equipment blueprints and manuals
- Install, maintain, and repair all electrical distribution systems and associated electrical equipment.
- Installation of new and used equipment throughout the facility, including rooftop.
- Trouble shoot and repair scales
- Trouble shoot and repair metal detectors
- Sourcing or fabricating replacement electrical components
- Help during emergencies day or night.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
- High school diploma
- Valid driver’s license
- Above average attendance
- Other: basic mechanical experience, must be able to work independently
Education and Experience:
- Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician Certification preferred but not required
- Knowledge of local and national electrical codes
- High voltage (480v) and low voltage experience
- PLC & VFD experience.
- Years of experience: 2 years preferred
Physical Demands of the Position:
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and be able to sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time.
Work Environment:
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee must be able to work in multiple climates and work environments including, but not limited to: dirt, heat, freezer, smoke/steam, noise, vibration, grease/oil, fumes, dust/shavings, and wet environments; variable temperatures of both heat and cold.