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Licensed Journeyman Electrician - Night Shift

L4

darigold brandCaldwell, IDtoday
Licensed Journeyman Electrician Darigold is seeking a Licensed Journeyman Electrician to join our Caldwell Plant Maintenance team. The successful candidate will have demonstrated industrial electrical experience and be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, machinery, equipment, and controls in a food manufacturing environment. The Plant Journeyman Electrician will work in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), applicable state and local requirements, OSHA standards, manufacturer specifications, electrical schematics, blueprints, and established plant procedures. This role will serve as a key electrical resource for the maintenance team and will support the safe, reliable operation and continuous improvement of plant equipment and electrical systems.
What You Will Do: Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain site-wide production, processing, packaging, utility, and facility equipment, including electrical, mechanical, controls, instrumentation, and pneumatic systems Safely troubleshoot and maintain 24V–480V AC/DC, single- and three-phase electrical systems, including power distribution, MCCs, motors, motor controls, VFDs, panels, and associated equipment Diagnose and repair electrical and control-system issues involving PLCs, HMIs, I/O, input/output modules, field devices, control circuits, VFDs, servos, instrumentation, sensors, and industrial control networks Set-up, configure, parameters, commission, and troubleshoot VFDs and associated motor-control systems Troubleshoot and maintain basic process instrumentation and field devices, including level and pressure transmitters, RTDs, temperature, flow, pressure, level, and other common industrial sensors Assist with instrument setup and calibration as required Install and modify electrical systems and equipment, including conduit, wiring, panels, controls, motors, instrumentation, and associated components, in accordance with applicable electrical codes and plant standards Maintain accurate electrical drawings and documentation following modifications Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce recurring failures, and minimize downtime Work as part of a multi-skilled Maintenance team, supporting equipment breakdowns, repairs, PMs, installations, commissioning, and plant projects while collaborating with I&C, Engineering, Production, IT/OT, and contractors as required Follow all plant and electrical safety requirements, including LOTO, arc-flash, NFPA 70E, electrical PPE, and applicable electrical codes. Accurately document work performed, parts used, findings, and required follow-up in the CMMS/EAM, and maintain all required electrical licensing and continuing education Perform other duties as assigned
What You Will Bring:
  • Active Idaho Journeyman Electrician license in good standing — required
  • Minimum of four years of industrial electrical experience
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, controls, instrumentation, and troubleshooting
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, control drawings, and technical documentation
  • Working knowledge of NEC, OSHA, and applicable state and local electrical and safety requirements
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and respond effectively to urgent repairs
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays, as required
  • Experience working in a food and beverage manufacturing environment
  • Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, industrial networks, and process instrumentation
  • Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs
  • Experience supporting or mentoring electrical apprentices
  • Ability to work in a wet and humid food manufacturing environment with moderate noise
  • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crawl, reach, bend, climb, and occasionally sit throughout the work shift
  • Ability to work safely from ladders, elevated platforms, and in confined or restricted-access areas when required
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and assist others with heavier items when necessary
  • Ability to wear required PPE and work safely around machinery, chemicals, electrical equipment, and other industrial hazards
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Completion of the education and experience requirements applicable to Idaho Journeyman Electrician licensure, including either Completion of an approved four-year electrical apprenticeship/instruction program and 8,000 hours of qualifying electrical experience; or 16,000 hours of qualifying electrical experience, as permitted under Idaho requirements High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred Benefits of Working at Darigold: We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We're proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:401k with competitive employer matching Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits Employer paid life & disability coverage Paid time off and paid Holidays8 weeks paid parental Leave Education assistance Employee assistance programOT Eligible $1.50/hours night shift differential (where applicable)
Our Commitment to Diversity: Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S.
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Level

MidL4

Location

Caldwell, ID

Occupation

Electricians

Industry

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

Posted

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