Electrical Maintenance Mechanic 1St Shift

February 3, 2026
Application ends: July 30, 2026
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Job Description

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Position: Electrical Maintenance Mechanic 1St Shift
Company: Pilgrim’s

Job Brief

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description. . 1st shift. . pay $37.30 to $41.30 an hour with attendance bonus. . job title: electrical maintenance mechanic 1st shift. . position summary. .

Experience
Job Experience of 5 Years is required

Job Detail
  • This technician will install, replace and trouble shoot machines, equipment and lighting systems for the facility
  • They will be involved in projects and corrective actions for all equipment in our facility

    Education And Experience Requirements

    Must have at least 5 years documented electrical experience
  • Prefer a technician that has been through the electrical apprentice program
  • Or prefer a technician with a journey- man card or electrician or master electrician certificate
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED


  • Skill Summary

    Must have intermediate knowledge of PLC’s, soft starts and VFD’s
  • Can demonstrate experience with reading ladder logic and or troubleshooting by inputs and outputs at the PLC
  • Can demonstrate reading an electrical schematic – will be asked to do so during the interview
  • Must be able to understand the NEC manual and understand the code that will apply to voltage, power supplies, amperage, controls and troubleshooting
  • Must practice and understand LO/TO and Arc Flash
  • Must understand 3 phase 480, 240 and 208 circuits
  • Understand 277 volts and lighting systems to include emergency lights, exit lights and UPS systems
  • Must be able to troubles shoot 120 volt and 24 VDC control circuits
  • Must be able to demonstrate use of multi-meter, amp-probe and megger when troubleshooting
  • Must be able to install and remove any electrical motor and pump in the facility and be able to trouble shoot and make necessary repairs
  • Must be able to run conduit and pull wire in ridged and seal tight conduit
  • Must be able to work over time when scheduled or needed and this includes weekends and holidays
  • Must be able to do mechanical work, troubleshooting, installations and repairs ( multi-craft)
  • Must have their own hand tools and tool box

    Education And/Or Experience

    Less than high school education; 2 year of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience


  • License And Certification Required

    None

    Training Requirements/Methods

    All employees are required to attend employee and safety orientation prior to performing the above duties
  • Once the employee completes this training they will be assigned to a Supervisor who will further orient the employee to the workplace, introduce him/her to employees and other supervision, demonstrate work assignment and explain ingress and egress procedures to and from work station
  • A training buddy be assigned to new employees for a period to assist in further training and indoctrination


  • Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
  • Reasonable accommodation be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function


  • The majority of the work performed by the employee will be done outdoors, and there will be frequent exposure to the elements (heat, cold, humidity, rain, etc
  • ) The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration
  • The noise level in some of the work environments can be very loud


  • Protective Equipment

    List any and all personal safety or health protection equipment and gear required by either regulatory, sanitary, or safety procedures:

    EOE, including disability/vets ~