Electrician II: Sun-Thurs 1:30p-10p

Richardson International•Carrington, ND

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Duties and Responsibilities: Respond to daily production needs and interruptions by providing hands-on electrical support in the areas of: process controls, resolving common power system electrical issues, and equipment downtime root cause analysis Completes regular preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment according to established schedules and procedures Installs, repairs, and troubleshoots Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and electrical equipment and parts in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and regulations Installs and commissions electrical equipment in accordance with the NEC, North Dakota Electrical Codes, and NFPA 70E Provide assistance to other Electrical and Maintenance team members, when required. Responsible for responding s to after-hours emergency calls on a rotational basis Serve as a mentor to junior electricians and apprentices; share knowledge and coach less-experienced electricians on technical matters Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation Other duties, as assigned Education and Experience Required: Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution AND 6+ years electrical maintenance experience OR Associates Degree or higher in an electrical, electro-mechanical, mechatronics, instrumentation or controls, AND 3+ years electrical maintenance experience Must have North Dakota recognized Journeyman Electrician License Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills: Previous experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley, Siemens) Previous experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and instrumentation Previous experience working with 480V systems Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment Must be able to work in crowded for 6+ hours per shift Must be able to climb, squat, and crouch for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to walk for 8+ hours per shift Must be able to reach, grasp, push, pull for 8+ hours per shift Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities. Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 3/31/2026. Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence. Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth. Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution AND 6+ years electrical maintenance experience OR Associates Degree or higher in an electrical, electro-mechanical, mechatronics, instrumentation or controls, AND 3+ years electrical maintenance experience
Must have North Dakota recognized Journeyman Electrician License
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
Must be able to work in crowded for 6+ hours per shift
Must be able to climb, squat, and crouch for 8+ hours per shift
Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift
Must be able to walk for 8+ hours per shift
Must be able to reach, grasp, push, pull for 8+ hours per shift

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
Previous experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and instrumentation
Previous experience working with 480V systems

Responsibilities

Respond to daily production needs and interruptions by providing hands-on electrical support in the areas of: process controls, resolving common power system electrical issues, and equipment downtime root cause analysis
Completes regular preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment according to established schedules and procedures
Installs, repairs, and troubleshoots Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and electrical equipment and parts in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and regulations
Installs and commissions electrical equipment in accordance with the NEC, North Dakota Electrical Codes, and NFPA 70E
Provide assistance to other Electrical and Maintenance team members, when required.
Responsible for responding s to after-hours emergency calls on a rotational basis
Serve as a mentor to junior electricians and apprentices; share knowledge and coach less-experienced electricians on technical matters
Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
Other duties, as assigned