Decatur IL - Illinois Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities Job Description Electrical Technician - Decatur, IL Decatur Corn Plant This is a full-time, hourly position. Shift(s) Available: Ability to work any shift, overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as needed. Learn more about ADM, click the links below; https://youtu.be/VeGTVcFFJuo https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/ Why Join? • Weekly Pay • Benefits Start First Day • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance • Health and Wellness Incentives • Paid Vacation and Holidays • 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) • Short & Long-Term Disability • Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children • Parental leave (paternity/maternity) • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Tuition Assistance • Advancement Opportunities • Perks at work (discount program with several companies) Job Summary: This position will utilize developed skills to implement the assigned activities of the predictive, preventive, or planned maintenance programs designed to support the power, motor control, process control systems of the plant. The Electrical technician is expected to troubleshoot, diagnose, propose, and implement equipment repair activities that may or not be included in the planned work. Technician will communicate job status using a maintenance management software system, through verbal communications, or through other written communications. The Electrical tech will follow all plant safety and operating guidelines as well as all standards of electrical safety and maintenance practices. Essential Job Functions: • Perform as a team member, or independently, to troubleshoot, diagnose, propose and implement repair solutions for electrical power and control equipment, as well as process control components • Comprehend and implement standard electrical work practices and guidelines including those outlined by organizations such as the National Fire Protection Agency (NEC) and the IEEE to ensure a quality, as well as compliant, product • Utilize the functions of the maintenance management system to facilitate job plans and record maintenance activities on plant assets • Understands their role in food safety and quality systems, actively participates in food safety efforts and ensures all activities conform to good manufacturing practices. • Responsible for utilizing the Performance Excellence process. Job Qualifications: • Committed to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero-injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures • Basic knowledge of AC/DC circuit theory • Basic knowledge of Electrical instruments, Current transmitters, VFD’s, Power meters. • Basic knowledge of electrical safety devices (breakers, fuses, etc.) • Demonstrated safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures • 2-4 years Electrical experience and/or equivalent degree or schooling (industrial or commercial setting); able to run conduit, troubleshoot, read blueprints, PLC knowledge a plus. • Excellent communication & organizational skills; able to collaborate with colleagues and management teams to complete assignments in a timely manner. • Willing to improve technical skills through on-the-job and/or outside training • Willing to work shift and weekends as needed • Extensive knowledge and experience with our CMMS (Maximo) • Detailed understanding of Food Manufacturing Plant Operation and Maintenance. On-The-Job Training Requirements: • New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standards • Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training • Participate in company planner operations training • Equipment training may include but not limited to JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, Lock Out/Tag Out, etc. Working Conditions: • Dust • Chemicals / Irritants • The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners common to mechanical work that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed • Inside areas: • Spring / Summer: Temperatures in some areas of the facility will be up to or exceed 100 degrees • Fall / Winter: Temperatures in the facility may be at or below freezing • Outside areas: • Spring / Summer: Outside temperature may be up to or exceed 100 degrees with potential for high humidity; may be exposed to inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to, rain and wind • Fall / Winter: Outside temperatures may reach freezing or below; may be exposed to inclement weather including, freezing rain, sleet, snow, and wind • Some manufacturing processes within the facility are highly reliant on machinery and other processing equipment and, as a result, noise levels may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to thirty (30) pounds on a frequent basis, up to fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis • Lifting or carrying of weights over fifty (50) pounds is rare; employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than fifty (50) pounds • Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a work day • Ability to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently during the course of a work day; may require periods of prolonged sitting or standing • Ability to operate equipment or diagnose/detect issues of machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding, or other work at heights • Full range of physical motion is required in order to operate manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipment, to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs in all buildings, and to work at heights ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF: 100859BR Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay for this position is expected to be: $27.86/hr Training Grade 1 #IncludingYou Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together. We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law About ADM At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com. Req/Job ID 100859BR Ref ID #LI-DNI
See More Details >>2nd shift - 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Job Purpose Responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of existing electrical system using electrical, mechanical and processing skills. The Maintenance Electrician will perform preventative and reactive maintenance on all electrical equipment and building. Key Responsibilities and Duties • Follows all established safety and good manufacturing practices (GMP) for area assigned, company policies and procedures and recognized practices. • Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations. • Installs, examines, replaces, or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, and other electrical components. • Tests electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance. • Maintains, repairs, installs, and tests switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators, and reactors. • Maintains, repairs, tests, and installs electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems. • Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs industrial control systems and related devices including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), distributed control systems, Servos, Drives and Robotic Controllers. • Conducts preventive maintenance programs and keeps accurate maintenance records. • May install, maintain, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices as required. • Assist and train production employees in proper operation and maintenance of machinery. Experience, Educational and Technical Qualifications Maintenance Electrician should possess a sense of urgency, accountability, business ethics, professionalism, self-motivation and the desire and focus to improve the business. Maintenance Electrician must possess a two-year Associates degree in electrical related field; and other technical certifications and training applicable to industrial maintenance electrical system in a manufacturing environment. Maintenance Electrician must possess a minimum of four-five years industrial maintenance electrician experience. Abilities Required • Must be able to come to work promptly and regularly. • Must be able to take direction and work well with others. • Must be able to work under the stress of deadlines. • Must be able to concentrate and perform accurately. • Must be able to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned. Physical Activity Required: Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs and equipment, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Needs good body agility. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. This requires the full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Standing: Standing for sustained periods of time. Walking: Moving over long distances to accomplish tasks. Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin. Fingering: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. This includes activities where detailed or important spoken instruction must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds with no less than 40 dB at 500 Hz, 100 Hz, and 2000 Hz with or without correction. Able to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make fine discriminations in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machine parts. Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements of the arms, hand and/or fingers. Vision: Must be able to prepare and analyze data and figures. Eye sight capable of seeing small defects at distances close to the eyes. Exertion: Medium Work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Environmental Working Conditions: • The worker is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. • The worker may be subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 for periods of more than one hour. • The worker is subject to noise. • The worker is subject to vibrations. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. • The worker is subject to being exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, etc. • The worker may be subject to atmospheric conditions, i.e. fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. • The worker is subject to oils. Air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Additional Information HR Use Only Exempt/Non-Exempt Status Management? (Yes/No) Job Code Salary Range Last Revised 12/2022
See More Details >>Requisition ID : 38334 Job Description Locomotive Electricians are responsible for conducting routine maintenance, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install all electrical wiring and equipment on diesel electric locomotives and their components. Primary Responsibilities • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and federal regulations • Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install equipment such as: Rheostats, Control Systems, Transformers, Motors & Generators, Welding Machines, Electric Lighting Fixtures, Winding Armatures, Battery Charging Systems, Magnet Coils, Switchboards & Meters, Compensators & Rotors, Electrical Collectors. • Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble connections to control panels and junction boxes. • Reading electrical prints, testing circuits, and connections, using multimeters, amp clamps, etc. • Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical malfunctions in components including loading charging, transition problems, wheel slip, sander circuits and high and low voltage grounds. • Perform work activities utilizing voltages up to 1200 and amperages up to 2400. • Examine parts for wear and/or defects such as brushes contact tips, slip rings, armatures, diodes, bearings, and fuses. • Interpret test instrument indicators. • Interpret information from computer monitors or printouts. • Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Job Requirements • A Locomotive Electrician holds a safety sensitive position in which he/she must maintain alertness and concentration while at work. Safety sensitive tasks may include: • Constantly working around heavy, moving, potentially hazardous locomotive engines. • Frequently climbing on/off locomotives inside and outside the shop in all weather conditions. • Operating and moving a locomotive engine (some of these movements may fall under the Hours-of-Service act). • Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries • Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots • Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations • Must pass all required assessments • Must pass a background screening • Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test • This position is governed by a union position and membership is required Additional Information Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma/GED • 18 years of age or older • Valid Driver’s License Preferred Qualifications • Two years electrician experience. • Completion of an electrical vocational or trade school program. • Journeyman Electrician. • One year experience reading blueprints or electrical schematics. • Veterans and transitioning service members are encouraged to apply. Military roles that often transition well to this position (but not limited to): 65F, 88S, 1345, AMT, AE, 3E0X1 are encouraged to apply. Skills and Abilities • Verbal comprehension (understand oral and written communication). • Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions). • Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills). • Basic Math. • Ability to multitask. • Memory (recall track placement and locomotive location). Physical Demands • Heavy work, lifting to 50 pounds. • Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb. • Walk long distances over uneven terrain. • Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection. Training Travel for paid training to McDonough, GA. Locomotive Electricians will complete 1 week of Mechanical Safety orientation and 6 weeks of craft specific training. Norfolk Southern will reimburse travel and pay for lodging as required by union agreement. Compensation Data Rate of Pay • 1st 40 Working Days: (50% of Full Rate) • Next 204 Working Days: (75% of Full Rate) • Next 244 Working Days: (80% of Full Rate) • After 2 Years/488 Days Working Days: $40.98 (100% of Full Rate – Journeyman) Benefits • Company Benefits - Eligible 1st day of second month after hire • 80/20 plan for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents • Union Benefits • Medical (Managed or 85/15 Plan) • $20K Life Insurance • 401 (K) First Day of Employment • After 1st year of service: Eligible for Dental / Vision Work Conditions Working hours will include shift work over all 3 shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are assigned/awarded by seniority. The work environment is a shop and outdoor work. Company Overview Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com. At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Decatur, IL typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The average wage for electricians in Decatur, IL is approximately $1,115 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $1,300 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
