Maintenance I & E (Instrumentation & Electrical) - Watertown, SD
Glacial Lakes Energy•Watertown, SD
•$30 - $48•Onsite
About The Position
Glacial Lakes Energy (GLE) – a leader in the corn ethanol industry – is seeking a Maintenance Instrumentation & Electrical Technician to join our team in Watertown, SD. This hands-on role is responsible for the preventative maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of process and utility equipment, electrical systems, and plant infrastructure. With a focus on electrical systems, this position serves as the go-to expert for all electrical and instrumentation needs. Employment for this position is contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2–3 years of hands-on maintenance experience required
- Working knowledge of electrical circuits, pumps, valves, PLCs, and 4–20 mA instrumentation required
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, HART communication protocols, and PLC programming
- Understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations
- Clear, professional communication in English required
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree (AAS) in Electrical, Engineering Technology, Building Trades, HVAC, or similar field preferred
- Ethanol or related industrial experience preferred
- Current Electrical License preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance, repair, and calibration on equipment such as pumps, valves, tanks, vessels, electrical systems, and utility equipment
- Serve as the lead resource for electrical and instrumentation-related tasks
- Maintain and troubleshoot 4–20 mA instrumentation and electrical circuits
- Work with maintenance and production teams to reduce downtime and increase plant efficiency
- Accurately communicate work progress and equipment issues to the Maintenance Lead/Manager
- Support continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving initiatives
- Follow and promote all safety procedures and report any concerns immediately
- Maintain clean and safe work areas including buildings and grounds
- Deliver exceptional internal customer service across all departments
- Document maintenance work and equipment changes using digital systems
- Dependably report to work on time and complete work thoroughly and accurately
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account – save pre-tax for eligible expenses
- 401(k) with company match – secure your financial future
- Tuition reimbursement & continuous development opportunities
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave – we value work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
