Electrician Level 2

Grimmway Produce Group • Arvin, CA

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About The Position

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Electrician Level II to perform intermediate industrial electrical installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting on three-phase power systems, motors, motor controls, Variable Frequency Drives, instrumentation, and related electrical equipment. The position is based at the Malaga Maintenance location in Arvin, California, and works the day shift. It reports to the Electrical Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of progressively responsible hands-on electrical experience in an industrial, commercial, agricultural, construction, manufacturing, or similar operating environment; relevant electrical education or apprenticeship training may substitute for part of the experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Level I electrical competencies and ability to safely and reliably perform basic electrical installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience troubleshooting 480-volt three-phase electrical systems, motors, motor-control circuits, motor-control centers, transformers, and industrial electrical equipment using schematics and diagnostic procedures.
• Experience installing or replacing Variable Frequency Drives, performing basic configuration, and troubleshooting common VFD faults and alarms.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment, including tracing inputs and outputs and using ladder logic for diagnostic purposes.
• Working knowledge of intermediate AC/DC electrical principles and three-phase power, including voltage and current relationships, load balancing, impedance, harmonics, and Wye and Delta configurations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, motor-control schematics, ladder diagrams, equipment documentation, and three-phase motor diagrams.
• Working knowledge of transformers, switchgear, motor-control centers, electrical-distribution equipment, and related industrial electrical components.
• Ability to perform basic instrumentation checks, including verification of discrete and analog signals, device wiring, terminations, and basic field-device operation.
• Ability to plan and install conduit, raceways, wireways, junction boxes, conductors, and related components based on drawings, code requirements, and field conditions.
• Proficiency using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation-resistance testers, phase-rotation meters, infrared thermometers, voltage-detection equipment, and other authorized test instruments.
• Working knowledge of applicable National Electrical Code requirements, NFPA 70E principles, lockout/tagout, grounding and bonding, arc-flash precautions, PPE, and safe electrical work practices.
• Ability to read and understand English-language safety instructions, electrical codes, technical documentation, and work orders; communicate in English as needed for safe troubleshooting and coordination; and write required maintenance records and reports in English.
• Valid driver's license and driving record meeting company, insurance, and DMV requirements, if driving is an essential responsibility.
• Successful completion of pre-employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of, or documented progress toward, a recognized electrical apprenticeship, industrial electrical certificate, or related technical training program.
• Three or more years of progressively responsible industrial electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience in food manufacturing, agricultural processing, or another GMP-regulated production environment.
• Experience with medium-voltage distribution equipment, switchgear, or transformers under an established qualified-worker program.
• Current NFPA 70E electrical-safety training or documented qualified-electrical-worker training.
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour General Industry training.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance-management system to document work, inspections, and equipment conditions.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting on industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot 480-volt three-phase systems, motors, motor-control circuits, motor-control centers, transformers, and other industrial electrical equipment using schematics and diagnostic procedures.
• Install or replace Variable Frequency Drives, perform basic configuration, and diagnose common faults and alarms.
• Work with PLC-controlled equipment by tracing inputs and outputs and using ladder logic for diagnostic purposes.
• Perform basic instrumentation checks, including verification of discrete and analog signals, device wiring, terminations, and field-device operation.
• Plan and install conduit, raceways, wireways, junction boxes, conductors, and related electrical components.
• Document completed work, test results, equipment conditions, inspections, and repairs using established maintenance and work-order procedures.
• Recognize when electrical conditions exceed the position's assigned scope and work safely within established procedures.

Benefits

• Subsidized medical and dental coverage.
• Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Discounted gym memberships with InShape health clubs.
• Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED