Pacific Coast Producers, a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking a talented and experienced Journeyman Electrician to join our team at our Production Facility in The Dalles, OR. PCP is investing in its people and advancing a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America. . Pay Rate: $47.70 per hour. Full time/ 40 hours per week with some weekend and overtime hours required when needed. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) and requires work on various shifts. Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service. PCP employees receive terrific benefit plans such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plans, including a defined-benefit pension plan is also provided to eligible employees. Primary job duties would include: • Perform maintenance, wiring, installation of motors, switches, panels, circuit breakers, lighting, testing and power circuits. • Install, connect, adjust and calibrate electrical gauges and recording instruments. • Plan layout and installation of wiring, equipment, or fixtures based on specs and codes. • Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, or test lamps. • Possess demonstrable skills for specifying and properly sizing of wire, conduit, circuit breakers and fuses per NEC and other applicable codes. • Read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams. • Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components. • Able to understand and utilize PLC programs to aid in troubleshooting. • Perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: • Completed a related educational degree, certificate, or program; and/or comparable work experience, plus formal training in this area • Oregon Journeyman Electrician License. • A fundamental aptitude, which may be assessed by a practical exam. • Experience in food production and manufacturing environment • Able to understand and utilize PLC programs to aid in troubleshooting. • AutoCAD experience for creating electrical drawings. • Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively. • Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance. • Self-motivated, able to work independently, and possess strong problem-solving skills. Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship. About PCP Summary Established in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is a cooperative owned by over 165 family farmers that grow and deliver various produce, including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more, to production facilities in California and Oregon for processing and packaging. With over 3,000 dedicated employees, PCP strives to produce the finest quality products for customers across all channels of trade, including grocery retailers and foodservice distributors throughout the United States and Canada. AA/EEO Policy Statement Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in The Dalles, OR, 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 Oregon, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in The Dalles earn an average of $29.97 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals in the region.
