Build a stronger, more sustainable future with Cargill's global team. As an Electrician in our protein and salt business, you'll work safely and responsibly to nourish the world. You'll be responsible for: • Effectively and safely operating standard maintenance tools • Performing preventative maintenance and reading electrical schematics • Following safety rules and regulations • Acquiring materials and tools for planned work Required Qualifications: • Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship • 18 years of age or older • Able to read, write, and speak in English • 2-4 years' industrial maintenance electrician experience or 7-month technical training Preferred Qualifications: • Previously worked in a food processing environment • Troubleshoot electrical problems without schematics • Ability to program PLC systems
See More Details >>Job Summary: The Electrical Lineperson assists with installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical power lines, distribution, substation facilities, and systems. Key Responsibilities: • Attend to service calls concerning power outages and electrical problems. • Receive training both in book/classroom skills and on-the-job skills. Must continue to pass ongoing training to proceed to higher skill/job levels. • Operate motorized equipment, use hand tools, and perform routine maintenance on electrical equipment, machinery, and tools. • Stock and service vehicles to be equipped to respond to emergency situations. • Respond to emergency calls. Required Skills and Qualifications: • Must be 18 years of age or older. • Comfortable working at heights. • Able to: • Work with hands above head for extended periods. • Walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material. • Meet and maintain weight restrictions for bucket truck and other existing equipment as identified by truck manufacturer. • Climb a power pole using climbing hooks and belt. • Drive all vehicles assigned to the line crew, operate digger derrick to set poles, and use jackhammer, etc. • Work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc. Subject to call-out work. Education and Experience: • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Pre-Screen: • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check. License and Certifications: • Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required. Travel Requirements: • Responds to emergencies during holidays, weekends, and national disasters. • May require travel away from show-up area. Physical Requirements: • Occasional: Sitting, Kneeling, and Crawling • Frequent: Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing Ladders, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Climbing Stairs • Continuous: Standing, Walking, Sense of Touch, Speaking Clearly, Seeing Distant, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Hearing-Speech Range, Depth Perception, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting Over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs., and Lifting Up to 50 lbs. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Sayre, PA 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 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Pennsylvania. In Sayre, PA, the average wage for electricians is approximately $989 per week, offering a competitive earning potential. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
