Purpose:  Perform installation, maintenance and repair operations necessary to keep plant, processing equipment and tools in good operating condition from an electrical and mechanical standpoint.

Essential Job Duties:

• Ensures operation of machinery and all electrical equipment.

• Maintains, troubleshoot, install, test and repair all processing equipment electrically and mechanically.

• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, panels, motors, receptacles, circuit breakers, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.

• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.

• Complete and document all PM checklists.

• Inspect electrical enclosure of equipment following safety procedures. Ensure panels are clean, organized and free of moisture.

• Communicate location with the maintenance manager daily.

• Maintains continuity between maintenance by documenting and/or communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• Assist in maintaining equipment parts and supply inventory; reporting used items to inventory specialist for reorder.

• Meticulously inspect all areas of work. Remove all tools, parts, clean, etc.

• All other duties appointed by management.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices (including but not limited to a Digital Volt Meter (DVM)).

• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.

• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Able to work around moving machinery comfortably and safely.

• Working in a farm environment with various conditions.

• Does not own or maintain routine contact with swine, birds or cattle.