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Electrician

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
Fort Madison, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/10/2026
Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts/Hawthorne will generally fall between $33.85 - 45.90 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

$2k SIGN ON BONUS!

We are looking for a Mechanic who will join our Scotts MiracleGro team in Ft Madison, IA. Must be open to working all 3 shifts.

What you’ll do in this role:


  • Perform detailed mechanical and/or instrumentation/electrical troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance duties on plant process, utility, and packaging equipment. Perform multi-discipline maintenance and/or electrical work. Maintain equipment documentation for all equipment and revise per modifications.
  • Program, repair and maintain programmable logic controller (PLC) systems used within a industrial high speed packaging plant
  • Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, facility equipment troubleshooting/repair and assist with packaging equipment set-up
  • Perform highly diversified duties including preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, packaging equipment, and installation of new equipment
  • Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with all procedures, rules, and regulations including lock out/tag out procedures
  • Knowledgeable in overall plant systems.
  • Installation and servicing of a variety of systems including safety and security, energy delivery (hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical), communication, and process control systems.
  • Install and service measuring and indicating instruments to monitor process control variables associated with PLC’s, and monitor the operation of PLC equipment.
  • Install and terminate electrical, pneumatic and fluid connections and work on network and signal transmission systems such as fiber optic and wireless.
  • Work on a variety of systems including primary control elements, transmitters, analyzers, sensors, detectors, signal conditioners, recorders, controllers, and final control elements (actuators, valve positioners, etc.).
  • Assist engineering in plant design, modification and hazard analysis, and work with plant operators to optimize plant controls.


What you’ll need to be successful:


  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • PLC technician /Electrical educational courses
  • 5 to 7 years in electrical maintenance field preferably in a manufacturing setting
  • In depth mechanical/electrical aptitude, schematic reading/interpretation
  • Perform all duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, federal regulations and company policies.
  • Work in a team environment and promote teamwork. Ability to install/repair electrical systems and components.
  • Ability to be objective and flexible in adapting to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interactions that may impact pre-established courses of action for completing projects and assignments.
  • Work with voltages up to 480-volt 3-phase systems using ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safety of the system. Inspect and test the operation of instruments and systems to diagnose faults and verify repairs.
  • Maintain backups, documentation and software revisions as part of maintaining computer-based control systems.
  • Ability to consult technical documentation, drawings, schematics and manuals.


What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):


  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
  • Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
  • 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
  • Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
  • $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
  • Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
  • Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family
  • To view all of our great benefits, click here!
  • Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.


Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

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