Maintenance Technician III / Journeyman Electrician
Position Details
While demonstrating company values as a Maintenance Technician III / Journeyman Electrician, you will be responsible for maintaining optimum asset health for all plant equipment and systems. This position serves as the facility's primary electrical resource while supporting all aspects of maintenance and reliability operations.
This role is expected to perform advanced troubleshooting of industrial electrical, automation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. The successful candidate will possess strong electrical expertise and actively develop and apply mechanical maintenance skills to support overall equipment reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities- Carry out all tasks with reliability, integrity, and compliance
- Understand how to work safely and speak up when you do not
- Work in a safe and professional manner with Safety always being the top priority
- Comply with GMP, HACCP, and regulatory mandates
- Support continuous skills development and knowledge sharing within the maintenance team
- Provide preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance as necessary
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical, automation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, instrumentation, and power distribution equipment
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and technical drawings
- Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex equipment failures and support root cause failure analysis activities
- Perform mechanical maintenance including bearings, power transmission components, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, alignments, and rotating equipment
- Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure all proper documentation is completed and filed appropriately
- Utilize D365 as the Computerized Reliability Management System (CRMS)
- Be familiar with equipment and operations throughout the facility
- Remain on 24-hour stand-by for emergency maintenance calls as scheduled
- Prioritize work time for maximum effectiveness
- Perform housekeeping and sanitation duties as related to work areas
- Actively participate in department and plant-wide meetings relating to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and engagement
- Mentor and assist Maintenance Technicians in troubleshooting and skills development
- Perform any task reasonably assigned
Specific Skills- Demonstrated Safety and Food Safety Behaviors
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
- Provides technical leadership in diagnosing and resolving complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related failures
- Serves as the primary technical resource for PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems
- Advanced working knowledge of motors, motor controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial electrical systems
- Acts as an escalation point for complex troubleshooting and equipment reliability issues
- Knowledge of power transmission systems and precision maintenance methods
- Experience with predictive maintenance technologies and condition monitoring techniques
- Knowledge of fabrication and welding skills
- Computer skills and knowledge of CMMS systems
- Ability to operate industrial equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, and scissor lifts
- Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
- Provides technical mentorship and skill development for maintenance team members
- Maintain a good attendance record
- Work all shifts as assigned
Education- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Completion of a state-recognized electrical apprenticeship program preferred
Certifications· Current Journeyman Electrician License required
· UE Level I certification preferred
· Infrared Level I certification preferred
· NFPA 70E and Arc Flash training preferred
· PLC, VFD, or industrial controls training preferred
Experience- 10+ years of industrial maintenance and reliability experience
- Licensed Journeyman Electrician
- Experience with plant automation systems (PLC, VFDs, electrical, mechanical, and control systems)
- Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems up to and including medium voltage (1000V - 35000V)
- Experience in food manufacturing, grain milling, agricultural processing, or related industrial environments preferred
- Experience using CMMS/CRMS systems
- Experience supporting preventive, predictive, and reliability-based maintenance programs
Physical Requirements
- Ability to ascend and descend stairs, multiple times per day
- Ability to climb ladders, step and extension
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force, pushing and pulling
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance and reach at shoulder level and below shoulder level
- Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely
- Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including a dust mask
- Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above) with the use of appropriate fall protection.
Location:
Wichita KS
Address:
715 East 13th Street, Wichita KS, 67214
Additional Locations (if applicable):
Employment Type:
Full time
Additional Information:
Competitive Compensation:
We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidates unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $43.00 - $45.00, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - OIP, 5% Annual.
Benefits:
At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts • Life and Disability Programs • Voluntary Benefit Programs • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs • Retirement Savings with Company Match • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).
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