Electrician Maintenance Hourly

Pilgrim's • Natchitoches, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position at Pilgrim's is for a Maintenance Electrician working on an hourly basis. The company emphasizes safety as a condition of employment. The role involves troubleshooting electrical systems throughout the plant, performing preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, assisting with the implementation of new control systems, and researching/developing improved electrical controls and processes. The electrician will also track recurring electrical issues, identify equipment weaknesses, and train operators/technicians on equipment functionality and troubleshooting. Support for maintenance personnel to ensure efficient production operations is also a key responsibility, along with performing other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

• Electrical experience required
• Minimum of 3-5 years industrial electrical experience preferred
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment and mechanical systems
• General math skills required to perform maintenance duties
• Ability to read and interpret documents, drawings, schematics
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measurements
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including weekends as needed
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in extreme Cold/Hot temperatures
• Ability to stand and use hands for 8-11 hours per day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more
• Verification of employment eligibility must be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma/GED preferred
• Additional electrical certifications (technical college or manufacturing certifications) preferred

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical systems throughout the plant
• Maintain electrical equipment through preventive maintenance procedures
• Assist in implementing new control systems
• Research and develop improved electrical controls and processes
• Track recurring electrical issues and develop corrective solutions
• Identify equipment weaknesses related to electrical systems and recommend improvements
• Understand technical functionality of electrical equipment and train operators/technicians on operation and troubleshooting
• Support maintenance personnel to ensure efficient production operations
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• Sick leave
• Vacation
• Company observed holidays
• Any other statutorily required paid leave
• 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule

What This Job Offers

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