Are you an experienced and licensed industrial electrician looking for a new opportunity for growth and leadership? Kansas Electric is looking for you! Join our premier electrical contractor team and enjoy great benefits and competitive pay rates. Responsibilities: • Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in industrial settings • Read blueprints and schematics to determine work details and specifications • Collaborate with other trades workers to ensure efficient project completion • Troubleshoot and solve electrical issues in a timely manner • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards Requirements: • Valid journeyman or master electrician license or equivalent experience • Experience in the industrial electrical field • Knowledge of electrical codes and safety procedures • Ability to read and interpret technical documents • Strong communication and problem-solving skills Benefits: • Competitive hourly wage of $28-$36 per hour • Health, dental, and vision insurance options • Paid time off and holiday pay • Retirement savings plan with company match • Opportunities for advancement and leadership positions Kansas Electric is a growing company that values quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. Apply now to join our team and take your career to the next level! Multiple positions are available. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $28.00 - $36.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Vision insurance Ability to commute/relocate: • Kansas: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: • Industrial electrician: 1 year (Preferred) • Commercial electrician: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) • Journeyman Electrical License (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES The Maintenance Electrician's prime responsibility is the maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of all packaging and process machinery and systems, including site auxiliary equipment, in a safe efficient manner. The elimination of breakdowns is of prime importance. Proactively performs troubleshooting techniques in a logical manner on all equipment including pneumatic, hydraulic and utility systems. Prepares work orders using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Responsible for the Preventative Maintenance (PM) of all site equipment. Actively supports the PdM function where applicable. Reads and understands technical bulletins, manuals, instructions and blueprints. The maintenance electrician will report to and provide a daily summary of work to the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager and will be assigned work by the maintenance planner as needed. The electrician will be an active member of the maintenance team. Participates as a member of the team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and works with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. Simmons operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Electrician and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position. Physical Activities: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk. Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Must be able to manually lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift. Must be able to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty area with a noise level above 90 decibels. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net, hard hat and other PPE as required in appropriate environment. Travel: N/A Technical Experience: Preference for 2-3 years of industrial maintenance electrical experience/skills. Working knowledge of governing Electrical Code and Safety requirements including NFPA 70E is required. Industry Experience: Preference for food manufacturing organization. Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. For immediate consideration of hourly production positions located in the area of Emporia, KS please apply in person Monday thru Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm at: Simmons Foods Hiring Center 1300 East Logan Ave Emporia, KS 66801 In person applications at our Hiring Center receive priority consideration. You may still apply for positions online; however, please note that positions may be filled at our Hiring Center before our online applications are reviewed. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>About the Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all packaging and process machinery and systems are in good working order, with a focus on maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Emporia, KS, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a projected average salary of $57,470 annually. In Emporia, KS, apprentices earn an average of $1,472 per week, with experienced electricians often earning over $108,000 annually. Opportunities for apprenticeships can be found through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
