Description: Reports to: Maintenance Manager Location Based at our Fort Dodge and Gilmore City operations with regular travel between them. At times you may assist at our Nebraska operation, which can require an overnight stay. Position Summary & Purpose The Electrician maintains, troubleshoots, and improves plant electrical and control systems up to 480 volts. The role supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations on complex, computer-controlled production equipment. Daily work includes installation, preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and documentation for power distribution, motor control, variable frequency drives, instrumentation, sensors, and control systems such as PLCs, HMIs, and related networks. This position takes day-to-day work direction from the Maintenance Manager. For higher level technical questions, control logic changes, and any redesign of circuitry or equipment configuration, the Electrician consults with the Chief Electrician and follows the guidance and standards provided. When maintenance requires a change from like-for-like replacement to a new design, the Chief Electrician must be involved. This is a day shift role with some nights or weekends required to support outages or special projects. Key Responsibilities 1) Safety & Compliance • Work safely at all times and model safe behaviors for others. • Follow lockout and tagout procedures for all servicing and maintenance. Verify zero energy state before work begins. • Follow arc flash practices, PPE requirements, and plant electrical safety rules. • Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes and company standards. 2) Operations Support & Troubleshooting • Respond to equipment issues and work with Operations to reduce downtime. • Troubleshoot and repair power distribution, lighting, control panels, MCCs, motors, starters, contactors, relays, sensors, and instrumentation. • Diagnose and correct issues with VFDs, soft starters, and motor protection devices. • Troubleshoot PLC input and output devices, field wiring, and communications. Assist with PLC and HMI logic changes under the direction of the Chief Electrician. • Support start up and commissioning after maintenance or modification. 3) Installation & Project Work • Install conduit, cable tray, wire, and terminations for new equipment and upgrades. • Build, install, and label control panels and junction boxes to company standards. • Read and interpret electrical drawings, P and IDs, schematics, and manuals. Mark up and redline drawings, and submit updates for approval. • Work with Engineering, the Chief Electrician, vendors, and contractors to plan and execute projects. 4) Preventative & Predictive Maintenance • Perform inspections, cleaning, torque checks, and calibration for critical equipment. • Maintain lighting and emergency systems at the plant. • Participate in reliability efforts such as failure analysis and root cause work. 5) Documentation and Systems • Create clear work orders, parts requests, and job notes in the CMMS. • Maintain accurate panel schedules, device labels, and cable identification. • Update and organize prints and files so that future maintenance is faster and safer. 6) Communication and Teamwork • Take daily work direction from the Maintenance Manager and keep that leader informed on progress, risks, and needs. • Consult the Chief Electrician for design decisions, complex troubleshooting, and standards. Follow the decision-making framework that assigns design authority to the Chief Electrician. • Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and vendors to minimize downtime and to keep improvements aligned with plant standards. • Provide occasional after-hours support when needed. Requirements: Education, Skills & Experience Required • High school diploma or equivalent. • Two year electrical or industrial maintenance technical training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience. • Ability to read and work from electrical drawings and schematics. Strong troubleshooting skills using a meter and other test equipment. • Working knowledge of PLC based systems, VFDs, instrumentation, and basic networking concepts used in industrial controls. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. Able to work safely with urgency and good judgment. • Experience with Allen Bradley or similar PLCs and HMIs, and with VFD brands commonly used in industry. • Experience in minerals, aggregates, or similar continuous process plants. • Experience with CMMS systems and with documenting work and redlining prints.
See More Details >>Description: Reports to: Maintenance Manager Location Based at our Fort Dodge and Gilmore City operations. Regular travel between them may be required. Position Summary & Purpose The Night Shift Electrical Maintenance Technician supports safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment up to 480 volts. This role focuses on unplanned equipment issues during night operations as well as preventive and predictive maintenance. The position works closely with the day-shift Electrician, who provides technical guidance, mentoring, and support for complex troubleshooting and design standards. The two roles are paired to ensure 24-hour coverage, with the Electrician focusing on higher-level design and standards, and the Technician focused on consistent execution, reliability, and communication. Key Responsibilities 1) Safety & Compliance • Work safely at all times and model safe behaviors. • Follow lockout/tagout, arc flash practices, PPE requirements, and all plant safety procedures. • Ensure all work complies with applicable codes and company standards. 2) Operations Support & Troubleshooting • Respond quickly to unplanned equipment issues to minimize downtime. • Troubleshoot and repair motors, controls, sensors, relays, and electrical devices. • Support mechanical repairs and assist the operations team as needed. • Provide detailed hand-off notes for the day-shift Electrician and Maintenance Manager. 3) Preventative & Predictive Maintenance • Perform inspections, cleaning, torque checks, and calibration for assigned equipment. • Use predictive maintenance tools such as thermal imaging, ultrasonic testing, and standard electrical test equipment. • Maintain lighting and emergency systems at the plant. • Document root causes and corrective actions. 4) Documentation and Systems • Record work orders, parts used, and accurate repair notes in the CMMS. • Communicate repair status and risks clearly to Maintenance Manager and day-shift Electrician. • Provide feedback on recurring issues to support reliability improvements. Requirements: Education, Skills & Experience Required • High school diploma or equivalent. • Electrical and mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial setting. • Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and maintenance routines. • Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude. • Clear communication and teamwork skills. Preferred • Technical training or apprenticeship in electrical or industrial maintenance. • Experience with aggregates, minerals, or similar process industries. • Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and predictive maintenance tools. • Experience with CMMS systems and structured reporting.
See More Details >>Job Title Industrial Electrical Technician - MidJob Description Summary Perform calibration and documentation of: Flow Measurement, Level Measurement, Pressure, Temperature, Analytical InstrumentationJob Description Industrial Electrical Technician - Mid Who Are We? C&W Services is the industry leader in cutting-edge maintenance and janitorial programs for facilities ranging corporate office portfolios and manufacturing plants to large public venues—keeping our client’s facility running smoothly all the time. What’s The Job? Title: Industrial Electrical Technician - Mid Location: Fort Dodge, IA Salary: $29.15 - $40.40 depending on experience level determined during interview process Hours: 6:30 am - 5:00 pm (4 day week) What’s in it for me? • Weekly pay on Fridays. • Comprehensive benefits day one, including Employee Perks and Daily Pay Program • Advancement opportunities. • Training to work in a cutting-edge facility. • Company provided safety apparel and uniforms. What Will I Be Doing? Here are just a few things you can expect to do daily: • Team member must be able to work in a team oriented and safety conscious environment. “Safety First” expectations include, but are not limited to, PJHA process, Observation process, and compliance with all company / site safety guidelines and procedures. • This position may require moderate supervision and follow-up. • Must be able to use hand tools on a daily basis such as power tools • Willing to work all shifts including holidays and weekends when demanded by the job. • Work from elevated areas (ladders, platforms, scaffolding, and others as required) utilizing fall protection equipment when needed. • Must be able to adhere to the published work schedule while being flexible in hours based on workload • Work without direct supervision on daily assigned work. • Maintain compliance with all company & customer regulations, policies, and procedures • Must be able to utilize industrial powered vehicles (RTFL, Forklift, Aerial Lift, Scissor Lift) • Electrical Electrician: must have a working knowledge and proficiency with installing, repairing and maintaining industrial electrical components and equipment. Lighting, electrical protective devices, motors, inverters, soft starts, wye-delta systems along with hard wired and ethernet based control; Must have a working knowledge of schematics, mathematics, preventive/predictive technologies, basic computer literacy, safe electrical test and measurement best practices • Instrumentation Electrician: must have an awareness and be able to perform calibration and documentation of functions pertaining to the key elements of: Flow Measurement, Level Measurement, Pressure, Temperature, Analytical Instrumentation; Must be able to troubleshoot process control loops – using key elements and specialized testing equipment • Wire Pull Electrician: Must have an awareness and be able to perform functions pertaining to: Terminating motor starters, control & power wires; Cut, thread, bend and install raceway (conduit) and cable trays in an industrial setting; Install wire through raceway and cable trays to be tested by MCA; Must be aware and able to follow standards laid out by NECA 101 • Ensures compliance with all company / customer regulations, policies, and procedures. • Achieve performance expectations set forth as part of performance appraisals to include employee development planning. • Communications with all team members to assist the development of short- and long-range planning in assist of the company’s goals and objectives • Maintain personal tools required for your job to include an up to date documented personal tool lists. Required tool listing to be supplied as part of employment. • Meet physical requirements of the job. Physical requirements of the job will be provided to you prior to employment. • Perform assigned tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. • Accurate and timely administrative duties to include, but not limited to, time accounting and work order completion. • Must maintain positive customer and employee relations. What Makes Me Qualified? Don’t meet all of the requirements but are still interested in working for us? Please apply and we will review your resume for other roles! • Electronics or Industrial Electricity preferred, but not required. Ability to obtain State Journeyman Electrical License upon meeting state required qualifications; ability to obtain ISA’s CCST Level 1 Certification. • Experience: 2-5 years of mechanical experience and/or 1-2 years of education in Electronics or Industrial Electricity preferred. What are the physical demands of the role? The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. • The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). • Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions. • Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. • Substantial lifting (up to 50 pounds) is required • Ability to move for extended or continuous periods of time • Ability to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools • Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment • Ability to operate forklifts or other vehicles in a safe manner • Ability to wear a respirator while performing job duties • Communication/ Expression —The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). What is the work environment? The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: “C&W Services”
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Fort Dodge, IA typically begins 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. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average weekly wage for electricians in Fort Dodge is approximately $1,179.50, with experienced professionals often earning over $1,300 weekly. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
