Electrical Jobs in Fort Collins, Colorado

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Electrician - Industrial Controls (m/w/d)

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together - when we combine your strengths with ours - is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? SALARY: Starting rate: $38.38 per hour Rate after 60 days: $39.08 per hour SHIFT: 11 PM - 7 AM or 3 PM - 11 PM or 7AM - 3PM COMPANY: Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That's right, over 100 of America's most loved brands, to be exact. But there's so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together - when we combine your strengths with ours - is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? ROLE SUMMARY: Our Supply team is responsible for brewing, packaging, and shipping our iconic brands at world-class speed and quality. Brewery life moves fast - high-speed lines, tight schedules, and uncompromising safety and quality standards. In this role, you'll support and maintain the automated systems that keep our operations running at peak performance. You'll work hands-on with PLCs, instrumentation, power distribution, and high-speed production equipment in a highly technical environment. If you're driven by problem-solving, continuous improvement, and working in a dynamic brewery setting, this is the place to be. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Troubleshoot and maintain PLC- and VFD-controlled high-speed production equipment and process systems. • Maintain and troubleshoot plant power distribution systems up to 480V, 3-phase. • Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. • Calibrate, install, and maintain process and analytical instrumentation. • Read and interpret electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and technical documentation. • Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment using precision measurement tools. • Analyze process and equipment data to identify issues, determine root causes, and recommend improvement activities. • Utilize SAP (CMMS) to document maintenance work, issue and track parts, and enter inspection and measurement points. • Partner with production teams to prioritize work and support achievement of plant safety, quality, and operational goals. • Support continuous improvement initiatives and lead individual projects tied to plant KPIs. • Assist with mechanical tasks as needed (bearing/chain replacement, gearbox repair, valve/pump maintenance, lubrication routes). • Adhere to all plant safety and sanitation procedures, including LOTO and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma or GED required. • 3 years of industrial electrical/controls experience or a two-year technical degree preferred. • PLC programming and troubleshooting experience required (Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix, Siemens preferred). • Knowledge of VFDs, servo motors, motor control systems, and industrial networking (Ethernet, switches, routers) preferred. • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot 480V, 3-phase systems. • Experience with instrumentation calibration and maintenance. • Mechanical troubleshooting experience in high-speed or highly automated environments preferred. • Strong computer proficiency required (Microsoft Excel; SAP/CMMS preferred). • Ability to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes (Six Sigma tools), and implement corrective actions. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams. • Knowledge of safety policies and procedures required (LOTO, confined space, etc.). • Must be able to stand, bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs; ability to work in varying temperatures and climates. • Must be able to work off-shifts (afternoons/midnights), weekends, and overtime as needed. • Precision machining and welding experience a plus. Note: This role requires specialized skills beyond those of a general electrician. We are specifically seeking a Controls and Instrumentation Technician. The ideal candidate will have experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation calibration, VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) setup and programming, and computer-based process control systems. WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH: At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years, we have delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. 99 percent of the products we sell in the U.S are made in the U.S. with more than $700 million in high-quality ingredients sourced from American farmers and more than $7 billion in goods and services purchased from U.S. suppliers, and we have invested nearly $2 billion in our 100 facilities across the country over the past five years. Through these investments, and as a leading American manufacturer and the nation's top brewer, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only brewer that invests in the U.S. at this scale. BENEFITS: • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts • Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection • Pension Contribution • Free Beer! #AC-2

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Electrical Foreman

Encore Electric, Inc. is a licensed Colorado Electrical Contractor with consistent work. Come work for a reputable contractor that will keep you busy! Overview: The Electrical Foreman supervises Apprentices and Journeymen, taking ultimate accountability for project or subset of project. The Electrical Foreman directs the tasks of Journeymen and Apprentice electricians and participates in residential/commercial/industrial/electrical construction and service work. COMPENSATION: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour HOURS: 40+ hours per week (schedules vary depending on job site) PERKS: leadership opportunities, stable work, job site incentive pay, benefits, and more! Responsibilities: Leadership • Supervise Foreman, Journeymen, and Apprentices actively presenting leadership skills at the highest level • Supervise crews installing raceways, pulling wire, and mounting equipment, training apprentices and journeymen to do the same • Act as the go-to person in the field • Establish, maintain, promote and participate in Encore’s mentoring program • Train, develop, mentor and coach up and coming various levels of future supervision • Motivate crew and project, keeping morale up on projects • Communicate goals for the job site to employees working at all levels of Encore Electric, Inc. using the tell-back procedure • Promote continuing education • Layout and organizes assigned tasks for apprentices and journeymen • Lead by example Process Improvement • Engage and help to develop new Encore standards and processes and hold others accountable for them • Participate in Foremen meetings • Help to develop phase codes for the project Risk Management • Take accountability and responsibility for safety, quality control, and productivity in his/her area ensuring employees do it safely, do it right, then work on speed and other projects • Catch and correct errors • Ensure employees follow policies and procedures, by: • Enforcing company cell phone usage • Taking accountability for counseling and correcting employees acting as a witness and raising the flag when something isn’t right • Ensuring employees work safely wearing all proper Personal Protective Equipment • Ensure the crew has adequate tools, materials, craftsmen, and labor force • Maintain a secondary and in some cases third plan • Take daily accountability of project/crews and stages of project progress • Find and avoid potential crises/fixing problems when necessary • Serve as a frontline field representative • Educate others as to basic building codes and life safety • Track material and purchase orders • Communicate and coordinate with other trades for the project • Orientate employees to safety, logistics, and scope on the job site • Review rigging plans for equipment • Perform take-offs • May perform hot work if qualified and trained with all necessary precautions in place • Take accountability for their continuing education including: • Level of foremanship classes • Keeping up with changing technology • Keeping up with the national electrical code • OSHA 30 Customer Service • Act proactively with customer and design team and value engineering and constructability • Read and understand Request for Information, Job Labor Production Report • Preplan the project to stay at least two weeks ahead of the crew ensuring the work and material are available for the crew, including: • Ordering material and tools for the job site, ensuring preplanning has been done • Acting conscientiously about costs • Ordering prefab for job site • Keeping a daily to-do list • Understanding the abilities of the crew • Scheduling and accurately man loads crew communicating with other foremen • Efficiently and proactively identify long-range milestones and short-range goals • Prioritize according to the needs of the project and the customer • Update and maintain accurate as-built drawings and panel schedules for their assigned task • Create punch list for crew and follows up to ensure it is completed • Effectively communicate and define employee’s role with them on the project, ensuring employee understands how they fit into the overall job and how the foreman wants their work done, by: • Communicating proactively with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) • Proactively pushes the job • Communicating the big picture to customers and employees • Effectively communicates with superiors • Abide by specifications, value engineering, and contract documents for installations General • Familiar with all phases of the construction project • Participate and take notes in meetings • Constantly carry a writing instrument and notepad • Walk jobs and: • Provide feedback to Foreman, Project Manager, Board of Directors, or Director of Project Resources as needed • Provide job walk report • Evaluate project • Assigned to other projects determined to have high risks • Perform daily huddles (i.e., up and coming tasks) • Write and track intelligent Request for Information sheets • Accountable for daily logs for his area, providing input and communicating with immediate supervisor • Read and understand contract documents for the project • Develop meeting agenda/run meeting • Operate computer including email, Microsoft Office, and scheduling software • Use electrical formulas to figure out pipe fill, device, and panel size, and disconnect • Read and understand basic blueprints • Establish material handling required for the job • Perform duties as assigned by the supervisor • Take accountability for a neat and clean work area • Other duties as may be assigned Knowledge of: • The construction process from scheduling to manpower to the labor, materials, and equipment required for installation • Constructability and the construction process • Electrical construction to manage costs • Electrical estimates to review costs • Algebra and geometry • Statistics • Financial math Physical Requirements: A functional physical is required to be completed and passed before work can be performed in all field positions. The physical requirements can often be completed repetitively and for extended periods. These requirements include: • * Driving • Sitting • Climbing • Lifting, floor to chest (up to 50lbs) • Lifting, floor to waist (up to 50lbs) • Lifting, waist to overhead (up to 30lbs each arm) • Carrying (up to 50lbs) • Standing • Stooping • Vision acuity (near, far, and without color deficiencies) • Walking • Kneeling • Trimming (final installation of electrical devices) • Pushing (up to 100lbs) • Pulling (up to 100lbs) Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent is required • A degree in a related field is preferred • Four years of apprenticeship training or three years of apprenticeship training with a two-year degree from technical college is required • One year of experience as a leadman and a Journeyman Wireman’s license from the State of Colorado is required • Demonstrated leadership skills are required • Completion of Leadership Level I Leadership (Supervision) is preferred Benefits: • Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice. • Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program. • This position is eligible for a cell phone allowances and short-term incentive program. Applications will close on December 31, 2025 or once role has been filled. To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@EncoreElectric.com. Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets. 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.

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Service Electrician - Join a Company That Respects Your Craft

?? Fort Collins, CO | ?? $38–$40/hr | ?? Company Vehicle | ?? Full Benefits Excel Electric is looking for a top-notch Service Electrician to join our growing team in Fort Collins. If you’re a skilled electrician who takes pride in quality work and wants to be part of a reliable, respectful company—you’ve found the right place. ?? What You’ll Be Doing • Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems in residential and light commercial settings • Performing service upgrades, panel replacements, lighting installs, and more • Communicating clearly with homeowners and clients to explain findings and solutions • Ensuring all work meets local electrical and safety codes • Keeping your truck organized and your paperwork accurate ? What We’re Looking For • Valid Colorado Journeyman or Master Electrician license • 1+ years of experience in residential/commercial service work • Strong understanding of NEC and local code • Ability to work independently and troubleshoot efficiently • Great communication and customer service skills • Clean driving record and professionalism we can trust ?? What You’ll Get • $38–$40/hr based on experience • Company vehicle & gas card • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Paid holidays + PTO • 401(k) with company match • Ongoing paid training and career advancement opportunities • A team that respects your time and talent ?? Why Excel Electric? We’re a locally owned company with roots in Colorado since 1969. Our team values honesty, craftsmanship, and doing what’s right—for our customers and for each other. If you’re tired of being treated like just a number, come build a career where your skills are appreciated. ??? Ready to take the next step in your electrical career? Apply now—your next great job is waiting. #hc153812

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Overview

Becoming an electrician in Fort Collins, CO, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining 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 Fort Collins is approximately $1,294.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,300 weekly. With a growing demand for sustainable energy solutions and infrastructure investments, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.

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