Electrician - Electrical - Shift 3

Job Description

Job Description

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Manager
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $26.00 - $34.50 per hour

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America. 

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

The Electrician will apply electrical theory and related knowledge to test and modify developmental or operational electrical machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry in all of the industrial plants at Bolthouse Fresh Foods. Responsible for maintaining electrical systems throughout various facilities, primary responsibilities include troubleshooting 120/480 VAC motor control circuits, including motor testing, variable speed drives and soft-start from motor condition diagnosis to PLC control.     

• Answer trouble calls to maintain a low level of down-time on all electrical systems throughout the facility 
• Monitor proper Lock-out/Tag-out and other safe work practices   
• Troubleshoot process control systems including major and minor electrical malfunctions of equipment 
• Identify faulty components and ability to replace such components in a rapid, safe and efficient manner 
• Perform connections in the best craftsmanship possible, using proper techniques  
• Performing preventative maintenance of electrical systems including; servicing motors, control panels, and changing relays, etc
• Understand the distribution of I/O as well as the location of field devices driven by such 
• Responsible for understanding drawings and schematics as well as the application of such  
• Assist with the commissioning of new equipment installations   
• Cooperate with Safety team to correct problems and prevent future breakdowns 
• Respond to radio calls in a quick and respectful manner  
• Preform other duties as assigned 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School/GED or one year to three years of experience in related field or combination of both education and experience  
• Proven, reliable work history   
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to stay current on latest changes of the laws and regulation involving the NEC, OSHA, NFPA  
• Ability to promptly respond and prioritize production request 
• Pro-active mindset with the ability to apply common sense and good judgment under minimal supervision  
• Must be able to work as a team and follow instruction
• Ability to use hand tools and trade type tools

  Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years’ recent industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing or processing facility 
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) 

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environmental exposure –cold/wet conditions (40 &degree; Fahrenheit or below/subzero temperatures), will work in the warehouse building and, in all plants (indoor and outdoor)
• Ability to ascend and descend ramps, steps, ladders, stairs using three-point contact.
• Material exposure-moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles and vibrations
• Occasional sitting, standing, walking as job requires 
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 50 lbs.

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

Shift 3 - (9:00PM – 5:30AM) Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Note: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  W