Maintenance Technician III/Journeyman Electrician

Ardent Mills•Wichita, KS

11d•$43 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician III / Journeyman Electrician maintains optimum asset health for plant equipment and systems and serves as the facility's primary electrical resource while supporting maintenance and reliability operations. The role performs advanced troubleshooting of industrial electrical, automation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. The successful candidate brings strong electrical expertise and applies and develops mechanical maintenance skills to support equipment reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement. The position requires safe, professional work in compliance with GMP, HACCP, and applicable regulatory mandates. The technician provides preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance; supports capital projects and equipment upgrades; documents work; uses D365 as the Computerized Reliability Management System; and mentors other maintenance team members. The role also includes scheduled 24-hour emergency-call standby, working assigned shifts, and performing housekeeping and sanitation duties related to work areas. The position is full-time in Wichita, Kansas. Starting pay is $43.00–$45.00, with additional earning potential based on experience and eligibility for a targeted annual OIP bonus of 5%.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Journeyman Electrician license.
At least 10 years of industrial maintenance and reliability experience.
Experience with plant automation systems, including PLCs, VFDs, and electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems up to and including medium voltage (1,000V–35,000V).
Experience using CMMS/CRMS systems.
Experience supporting preventive, predictive, and reliability-based maintenance programs.
Demonstrated safety and food safety behaviors.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Advanced working knowledge of motors, motor controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial electrical systems.
Ability to provide technical leadership in diagnosing and resolving complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related failures.
Ability to serve as the primary technical resource for PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
Ability to act as an escalation point for complex troubleshooting and equipment reliability issues.
Knowledge of power transmission systems and precision maintenance methods.
Computer skills and knowledge of CMMS systems.
Ability to operate industrial equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, and scissor lifts.
Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision and maintain a good attendance record.
Ability to work all shifts as assigned.
Ability to ascend and descend stairs multiple times per day and climb step and extension ladders.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force when pushing and pulling.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend or stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach at or below shoulder level.
Ability to safely perform physical duties that may include bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting.
Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and loud noise, using PPE including a dust mask.
Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above) with appropriate fall protection.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a state-recognized electrical apprenticeship program.
UE Level I certification.
Infrared Level I certification.
NFPA 70E and Arc Flash training.
PLC, VFD, or industrial controls training.
Experience in food manufacturing, grain milling, agricultural processing, or related industrial environments.
Experience with predictive maintenance technologies and condition monitoring techniques.
Fabrication and welding skills.

Responsibilities

Carry out all tasks with reliability, integrity, and compliance.
Work safely and professionally, prioritize safety, and speak up about safety concerns.
Comply with GMP, HACCP, and regulatory mandates.
Support continuous skills development and knowledge sharing within the maintenance team.
Provide preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance as needed.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, automation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, instrumentation, and power distribution equipment.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and technical drawings.
Lead troubleshooting for complex equipment failures and support root cause failure analysis.
Perform mechanical maintenance on bearings, power transmission components, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, alignments, and rotating equipment.
Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Complete and appropriately file required documentation.
Use D365 as the Computerized Reliability Management System (CRMS).
Maintain familiarity with equipment and operations throughout the facility.
Remain on 24-hour standby for emergency maintenance calls as scheduled.
Prioritize work time for maximum effectiveness.
Perform housekeeping and sanitation duties related to work areas.
Participate in department and plant-wide meetings concerning safety, quality, efficiency, and engagement improvements.
Mentor and assist Maintenance Technicians with troubleshooting and skills development.
Perform other tasks reasonably assigned.

Benefits

Market-driven base pay; the stated starting range is $43.00–$45.00.
Eligibility for an incentive plan with a targeted OIP bonus of 5% annually.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health and dependent savings accounts.
Life and disability programs.
Voluntary benefit programs.
Company-sponsored wellness programs.
Retirement savings with company match.
Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Employee Recognition Program with rewards (RAVE).
Shift differential for eligible employees assigned to and working shifts outside standard business hours.