Maintenance Mechanic (Electrician) - 2nd Shift

Prestage•Camden, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic (Electrician) supports the electrical and mechanical needs of a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant. The role is expected to seek knowledge and responsibilities in multi-craft electrical and mechanical work. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (second shift), with flexibility to work early or late shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. The mechanic performs electrical preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment failures to minimize downtime, and repairs facility equipment using knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, AC/DC circuits, and equipment settings. The role also involves running conduit and wiring for new and existing services and motor circuits, maintaining regulatory and code compliance, promoting a safe and organized workplace, assisting coworkers, sharing knowledge, and identifying continuous-improvement opportunities. Work is performed with minimal supervision, along with other duties assigned by a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

At least 2 years of work experience in an electrical- or mechanical-related field.
GED or equivalent minimum education.
Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Team-oriented, self-starting approach; natural leadership and excellent communication skills.
Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop for up to 10 hours per shift.
Ability to work at heights, such as 4 feet or higher.
Ability to work safely in hot, cold, and wet environments, including temperatures of approximately 35–40 or 100 degrees, with a distinct odor.
Ability to work around low- and high-voltage equipment and conveying systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (preferred, not required).
Electrical coursework or certificate (preferred).
Solid understanding of electrical codes and regulations (preferred, not required).

Responsibilities

Perform electrical preventive maintenance and follow best practices.
Apply working knowledge of facility equipment and processes to troubleshoot electrical-related failures and minimize downtime.
Use knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, AC/DC circuits, and equipment settings to perform repairs.
Run conduit and wire for new and existing services, motor circuits, and related industrial-power needs.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and codes.
Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Assist coworkers with repairs and share knowledge.
Investigate and bring continuous-improvement suggestions to appropriate resources.
Work with minimal supervision and bring opportunities forward.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or manager.