Electrician (Maintenance Tech II)
IDj-8452
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeOn-Site
KIT Recruitment has partnered with a well-established and growing food manufacturing organization to hire a Maintenance Technician II (Electrician) to support plant operations and ensure the reliability of critical production equipment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrician who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and working as part of a collaborative maintenance team.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining production uptime, supporting multiple departments, and contributing to a safe, efficient, and high-performing facility.
Electrician - Details
Wage: Tech II starting wage @ $44.61, increasing to $45.95 June 1, 2026
Shift: 12-hour continental rotation (2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights)
Schedule: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM / 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Environment: On-site | Food manufacturing facility
Shift: 12-hour continental rotation (2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights)
Schedule: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM / 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Environment: On-site | Food manufacturing facility
Electrician - Responsibilities
• Provide electrical expertise to support installation, maintenance, and optimization of plant equipment and production systems
• Troubleshoot electrical failures, identify root causes, and implement long-term corrective solutions
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders as assigned by Maintenance leadership
• Collaborate closely with production and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations
• Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and proactively addressing equipment issues
• Repair and maintain components in the maintenance shop as required
• Work alongside other trades to complete projects and improve plant performance
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and reports to support planning and performance tracking
• Uphold strong housekeeping standards within the maintenance shop and work areas
• Support overtime requirements for coverage, projects, and audit preparation when needed
• Troubleshoot electrical failures, identify root causes, and implement long-term corrective solutions
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders as assigned by Maintenance leadership
• Collaborate closely with production and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations
• Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and proactively addressing equipment issues
• Repair and maintain components in the maintenance shop as required
• Work alongside other trades to complete projects and improve plant performance
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and reports to support planning and performance tracking
• Uphold strong housekeeping standards within the maintenance shop and work areas
• Support overtime requirements for coverage, projects, and audit preparation when needed
Electrician - Qualifications
• Valid Construction or Industrial Electrician license required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a continuous food manufacturing environment required.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to diagnose issues efficiently and implement effective solutions
• Experience working in fast-paced production environments with a strong safety mindset
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments
• Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Willingness to obtain a Class “B” Refrigeration Operator License (supported in-house)
• Millwright license considered a strong asset
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a continuous food manufacturing environment required.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to diagnose issues efficiently and implement effective solutions
• Experience working in fast-paced production environments with a strong safety mindset
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments
• Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Willingness to obtain a Class “B” Refrigeration Operator License (supported in-house)
• Millwright license considered a strong asset