Maintenance Electrician

Corteva Agriscience • Hermiston, OR

16h • Onsite

About The Position

At Corteva Agriscience , you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Electrician at our Hermiston, OR location. In this position, you will utilize your electrical skills to perform high-level electrical and mechanical installation as well as maintenance of facilities, field and plant equipment. This critical work directly affects safety, function, longevity and overall operation of electrical and mechanical equipment at the plant. VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position. This role will be on-site at the Corteva location.

Requirements

• You have a High School Diploma/GED.
• You have an Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) or Journeymen License or licensing with a reciprocal state (Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Washington or Wyoming).
• You have previous electrical experience with voltages ranging from 24v to 480v 3 phase.
• You are willing and able to perform the physical aspects of this job which include but are not necessarily limited to; climb/work in elevated areas; sit/stand for extended periods; work in a variety of conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.); repetitive motion and are able to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• You have a valid US driver's license so that you are able to drive company vehicles as needed.
• You have great problem solving, conflict resolution, communication (both written and verbal) and teamwork skills.
• You have good computer skills including Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• You are knowledgeable and experienced with control systems.
• You are knowledgeable and understand electrical panels and how to troubleshoot.
• You are well practiced at reading and comprehending blueprints.
• You are willing and able to work Monday thru Thursday 10 hour day shift and overtime when needed to support business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of related PLC Automation experience.
• Previous experience programming ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing plant electrical systems.
• Regularly inspect and troubleshoot equipment as well as electrical, security and communications systems.
• Lead and foster the safety culture with team members, drive maintenance and reliability of the process control network.
• Develop and communicate changes and improvements made to equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on both electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Estimate labor and equipment costs, maintain appropriate maintenance inventory and repair logs.
• Maintain and work on various electrical equipment (12V to 480V).
• Interpret electric code application.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees