SUMMARY: The Electrician performs a wide variety of electrical installation and maintenance work on plant electrical systems, equipment and apparatus to furnish an uninterrupted flow of power and lighting, maintain operation of electronic devices. The Electrician plans layouts and installs complex wiring circuits and distribution centers in conformance with established codes. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager with a dotted line to the Greenhouse General Manager. The Electrician possesses initiative and can make quick decisions when working on projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Non-Essential Functions are preceded by an *)

• Conducts electrical installations, including but not limited to; running conduit, sizing wire, based on NEC requirements
• Troubleshoots and repairs all electrical equipment per NEC requirements
• Works with voltages as high as 480 – 3 Phase
• Installs and maintains machinery and controls to meet or exceed NEC requirements
• Maintains lighting and all electrical equipment
• Works with programmable controllers (program, edit, and troubleshooting)
• Works on installing switches, controls, central and subsidiary control panels, electrical devices and other gear incidental to the installation
• Diagnoses electrical troubles, repairs replace apparatus
• Must be able to form wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and codebook; using all required electrical measuring and testing devices as needed
• May instruct and layout work for apprentices
• Can work under minimum or no supervision for at least 6+ hours on a work day
• Creates and maintains electrical documents and SOPs
• Performs preventative maintenance duties as needed
• Maintains job-related inventory
• Performs mechanical and other duties as assigned
• Maintains up-to-date technical training
• Adheres to all Company’s Food Safety procedures and policies
• Attends all Company’s training meetings as required
• Trains other personnel as required

8+ hours during the workday involves walking in the Greenhouse under hot temperatures. Some hours involve working in cool warehouses/production areasCapable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 pounds without assistanceIf needed per Supervisor request

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma/GED required
• 5+ Years industrial electric/controls experience
• Reads and writes and comprehend English
• Basic math
• Successful completion of an approved Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship-Journey-level status/Or equivalent experience in the Electrical Trade

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of PLC programming

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to work well on a team
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to use and own tools for the trade
• Exemplary performance work history
• Meet NEC codes and standards
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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COGNITIVE/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Excellent hand-eye coordination