Maintenance Electrician

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems. And we will be better with you.

We are looking for a Maintenance Electrician to join our team as a vital member of the operations team. This position is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of all instruments, control systems and electrical equipment in the plant. If you enjoy working on a variety of tasks in your day-to-day then Sensient is for you!

What you'll do:

• Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs industrial control systems and related devices including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), distributed control systems, Servos, and Drives
• Installs, examines, replaces, or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, and other electrical components.
• Preforms preventive maintenance on electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
• Perform and document maintenance, installation, fault diagnosis, and repair of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic instruments and systems.
• Inspect, repair and remove all types of, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and work with electrical systems.
• Provide proper installation and diagnosis of AC/DC motors and controls, including across the line, soft starters and VFD's, etc.
• Plan layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus plant wide.

What you'll bring:

• A degree from an accredited Industrial Electrical, Instrument or Technician program and a minimum of 4 years of electrical experience, or Journeyman Card and Electrician status performing Instrumentation and Electrical duties in a manufacturing, Industrial environment.
• Thorough understanding in 3 phase power and its distribution as well as 120vac circuits and pneumatic controls with ability to repair.
• A clear understanding of the N.E.C. Code and the ability to troubleshoot and repair relay circuits, layout and bend conduit to N.E.C specifications, and accurately complete basic load calculations.
• Complete tasks such as installation of motors, switches, switch panels, fuse boxes, lighting fixtures and controls, testing electrical & power circuits and any other electrical devices.
• Determine proper size and specifications of wire, conduit, switches, panels, fuse, etc.
• Inspect motors, switches, junction boxes, switch panels, circuit breakers, transformers, fuse panels, lighting, heating, power circuits and any other electrical devices.
• Work safely using PPE (personal protective equipment) and LOTO (lock out tag out) and have received training in ARC flash safety and risk avoidance.
• Able to read, understand and troubleshoot using electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Flexibility. We are a 24/7 facility, must be available for off shift Call ins and repairs.

What you'll get:

• Excellent pay, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more.
• Become part of Sensient's fastest growing business unit!
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.
• Opportunity to take self-initiative and lead by example in a team environment.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company''s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world''s best-known brands.

About Sensient Natural Ingredients:

Sensient Natural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today''s popular convenience foods. The Natural Ingredients unit is located in Livingston, California.

The hourly wage for this position is $44.00 USD. Pay is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Livingston, CA and must reside in area or be willing to commute.

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

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