Maintenance Electrician

Industrial Electrician – Food Manufacturing (4:00 AM Start)Location: Vernon, CA Shift: Early Morning (4:00 AM start required) Industry: Frozen Food Manufacturing / USDA FacilityPosition SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to support a high-volume frozen food manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role focused on electrical troubleshooting, controls support, preventive maintenance, and rapid response to production issues during early morning startup and first-shift operations.The ideal candidate has strong experience with PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, industrial electrical systems, refrigeration interfaces, and automated packaging lines in a food manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems including motors, MCCs, control panels, sensors, and power distribution.Diagnose and respond to PLC-controlled equipment faults, including alarms, interlocks, and I/O issues.Troubleshoot VFDs and servo systems (fault codes, overloads, wiring, parameter issues).Support automated equipment including:Spiral freezers and freezer conveyorsOvens and kettle systemsPackaging conveyorsHorizontal form-and-seal machinesMetal detectors and inspection equipmentPreventive MaintenancePerform scheduled PMs on electrical and controls components to reduce unplanned downtime.Inspect wiring, sensors, panels, motors, and safety devices.Identify recurring electrical issues and recommend permanent corrective actions.Startup & Production SupportProvide early-morning startup support for production lines beginning at 4:00 AM.Work directly with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.Respond quickly to breakdowns during critical startup windows.Safety & ComplianceFollow all LOTO, PPE, electrical safety, and USDA/GMP requirements.Maintain food safety standards during all repairs.Document work accurately in the CMMS.Required Qualifications5+ years of experience as an industrial electrician in manufacturing (food manufacturing strongly preferred).Strong troubleshooting skills in:Industrial electrical systems (480V / 3-phase)PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley preferred)VFDs and motor controlsSensors (photo-eyes, proximity, encoders, temperature)Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic.Experience working around refrigeration or freezer systems (ammonia exposure a plus).Comfortable working in cold environments (freezers) and hot production areas.Ability to start work consistently at 4:00 AM.Preferred QualificationsExperience with horizontal form-and-seal packaging equipment.Experience in USDA or FDA-regulated food manufacturing facilities.Basic welding or fabrication ability (minor brackets, guards, repairs).CMMS experience (MP2, Fiix, eMaint, SAP PM, or similar).Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus, but not required.Work Environment & ScheduleEarly morning shift starting at 4:00 AM.Must be flexible for overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins.Work in freezer, wet, and high-temperature environments as required.Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working on equipment at heights.Why Join UsStable, growing frozen food manufacturerModern automated equipment and production linesStrong maintenance leadership and supportCompetitive pay with overtime opportunitiesOpportunity to make a real impact on uptime and reliability