JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN

Job Details Level: Experienced. Job Location: MOSES LAKE, WA 98837. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: Vocational. Salary Range: $35.00 - $53.70 Hourly. Job Shift: Day. Job Category: Electrical. We value: Safety, Integrity, Ownership, Collaboration, Service, Sustainability. Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve. You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications. Shift/Hours/Location: M-F, 8am-5pm, Onsite, Moses Lake, WA. WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems up to plant operating voltages. Diagnose electrical failures using schematics, testing equipment, PLC diagnostics, and electrical meters. Repair motors, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, disconnects, switchgear, VFDs, lighting systems, and electrical distribution equipment. Perform preventive and predictive electrical maintenance to maximize equipment reliability. Replace defective electrical components while minimizing production downtime. Perform emergency electrical repairs during equipment failures. Install new electrical equipment and power distribution for manufacturing expansions and capital projects. Interpret one-line drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications. Assist Engineering with equipment upgrades, process improvements, and commissioning of new systems. Verify installations meet electrical codes, plant standards, and engineering specifications. Support contractors during electrical construction activities. Perform all work in accordance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, company safety policies, and applicable environmental regulations. Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and permit-required safety procedures. Inspect electrical equipment for hazards and recommend corrective actions. Maintain housekeeping standards in electrical rooms, substations, and work areas. Participate in safety meetings, incident investigations, and continuous safety improvement initiatives. Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Document repairs, inspections, labor hours, and equipment history accurately. Maintain inventory of electrical spare parts and recommend replenishment as needed. Assist in developing preventive maintenance procedures and equipment standards. Collaborate with Operations, Instrumentation, Reliability, and Engineering teams to improve equipment performance. Identify opportunities to improve electrical system reliability, energy efficiency, and maintainability. Participate in root cause failure analysis and corrective action implementation. Mentor apprentices and less experienced maintenance personnel. Support cross-functional maintenance activities during outages and shutdowns. Uphold all MLI policies and “MLI Code of Conduct.” Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations. Compliance and individual accountability with the MLI Quality System and ISO Registration is required. It is the employee’s commitment to ensure that the Company’s actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed. Perform other duties as assigned to support and sustain a high performing team. QUALIFICATIONS Education High school diploma or GED required. Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program required. Certifications Journeyman Electrician License NFPA 70E Training Arc Flash Safety Certification First Aid/CPR OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Ability to obtain Forklift and aerial lift certification Experience Journeyman Electrician License required Minimum 4 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience. Working knowledge of computers and MS Office software. Knowledge National Electrical Code (NEC) OSHA regulations NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements Industrial motor controls Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Motor Control Centers (MCCs) PLC troubleshooting Industrial electrical distribution systems Preventive maintenance practices CMMS systems Electrical testing equipment Reading electrical schematics and one-line diagrams Skills Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities. Ability to interpret electrical prints and technical documentation. Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment (troubleshooting only; programming experience is a plus). Ability to safely work with energized equipment in accordance with company policy and NFPA 70E requirements. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. Ability to prioritize work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Demonstrated ability to: Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work at heights. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly. Work in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, and chemicals. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including arc flash PPE and respirators when required. Ability to respond to emergency maintenance calls and work overtime or rotating schedules as needed. Follow written and verbal instructions in English. Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in order to meet established deadlines. Work as a team and/or independently. Perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Chemical manufacturing, semiconductor, food processing, pulp & paper, mining, refinery, or heavy industrial experience preferred. SALARY & BENEFITS Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $35-$53.70/hour Located in central Washington, an outdoor recreational oasis, we offer the following benefits: compensation, medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits. You can work in an environment where teamwork is encouraged and where you have the opportunities for personal and professional growth. Generous PTO: Your time off is important! Medical/Dental/Vision: Majority of premiums paid by MLI. Includes virtual medical and mental health options. Additional Health Coverage: FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness. Earn More: We offer a generous discretionary bonus program in addition to salary/wage. 401 (K) Savings Plan: Jump start your retirement with MLI’s employer matching contributions. Company – Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program. Additional Benefits: We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and relocation assistance available. WORKING CONDITIONS Duties are generally performed indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions, in a 24‑hour per day, seven days per week manufacturing environment. Handling and working with hazardous materials and chemical manufacturing equipment is routine. The employee may work in the presence of fumes or airborne particles, hot, toxic or corrosive chemicals, water, liquids and electrical equipment. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. When working in the presence of these hazards, the employee is expected to follow company safety rules and use proper personal protection such as: hardhat, respirator, hearing protection, protective clothing, safety glasses, safety footwear, etc. MLI is an alcohol and drug free workplace. Employees will work in a covered Process Safety Management (PSM) environment containing threshold quantities of flammable liquids and/or gasses that have a potential for fire or explosion. Employees working in this environment are required to be free from devices that are not considered intrinsically safe. Examples of devices that may not be intrinsically safe include Insulin Pumps, Pacemakers, Pain Management devices, etc. Moses Lake Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Moses Lake Industries