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Electronics & Instrumentation Technician

Grand Island, NEFull-timeOn-site30+ days ago

Job Description

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Position Title: Electronics & Instrumentation Technician - D

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Requisition ID: 44386 

 

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In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.
 
 
About the role.
 
The E&I Technician performs advanced electrical, instrumentation, and maintenance work on plant equipment and systems. This role supports reliable plant operations through preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, installation, calibration, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and electro-mechanical systems.
The E&I Technician works with AC/DC control circuitry, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), microprocessor controls, power distribution systems, computer hardware, instrumentation, and related mechanical systems. The role also provides technical expertise and coaching to Maintenance Technicians while maintaining a strong focus on safety, equipment reliability, and rapid response to operational issues.
This position works a 12-hour rotating night shift, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
 
 
What you’ll be doing.
  • Perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of AC/DC control circuitry, PLCs, microprocessor controls, computer hardware, power distribution systems, and other plant equipment.
  • Install, calibrate, program, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation, including temperature, pressure, and level transmitters and control valves.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, sketches, layouts, and specifications to troubleshoot equipment and modify or design control circuitry for new and existing equipment.
  • Install rigid conduit, pull wire, and perform electrical installation and repair work in accordance with applicable NEC requirements and safe work practices.
  • Perform preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, lubrication, minor mechanical adjustments, and equipment or component replacement according to established procedures.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using appropriate measuring instruments, tools, and diagnostic techniques, including identifying and addressing leaks and equipment performance issues.
  • Diagnose and correct developing equipment issues involving components such as bearings, chains and sprockets, wire mesh, and wear strips before they result in significant downtime.
  • Use appropriate material-handling equipment, hand tools, welding equipment, and specialized instruments to install, repair, adjust, troubleshoot, and fabricate electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.
  • Respond quickly to equipment trouble calls, document equipment failures, and communicate issues clearly to the appropriate supervisors.
  • Provide technical expertise, training, and coaching to Maintenance Technicians while strictly following all plant safety requirements, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures, proper lifting techniques, PPE requirements, and applicable OSHA practices.
 
What you’ll need to be successful.
  • High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  • Certification or an Associate Degree in Electronics, Industrial Electrical technology, Computer Hardware/Electronics, or a related discipline is preferred.
  • Prior knowledge of electronics, refrigeration, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and applicable troubleshooting techniques.
  • Ability to read and interpret detailed electrical schematics, sketches, layouts, specifications, equipment instructions, safety requirements, and company policies and procedures.
  • Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and NFPA 70E, including their interpretation and application in an industrial environment.
  • Basic through advanced electrical troubleshooting capabilities, including safe and effective use of appropriate electrical measuring instruments.
  • Ability to prepare, read, write, and understand routine reports and correspondence and clearly communicate equipment failures and maintenance activity.
  • Completion of required TPC training modules.
  • Ability to provide technical expertise, training, and coaching to Maintenance Technicians.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including regularly lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 10 lbs.; frequently up to 25 lbs.; and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
 
 
About the team.
The E&I Technician is part of the plant maintenance organization, working closely with Maintenance Technicians, operations employees, and plant leadership to support equipment reliability, safe operations, and production continuity. As a technical resource on the night shift, this role helps troubleshoot complex equipment problems, coaches fellow Maintenance Technicians, and responds quickly to issues that could affect plant performance.
 
About McCain.
Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide opportunities to make an impact that matters.
 
Leadership principles.
At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
 
AI & Digital Capabilities.
At McCain, AI and digital capabilities are part of how we work and innovate. We value curiosity toward emerging technologies and the thoughtful, responsible use of AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes as part of our future-ready culture.
 
The McCain experience.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We’re big believers in the power of working together in person—it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.

 

Compensation Package: $30.89 - $35.75 Starting at 30.89 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

 

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

 

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support, including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefits details available during the application process.

 

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

 

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
 
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. 
 

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here. 

 

Job Family: Manufacturing      
Location(s): US - United States of America : Nebraska : Grand Island 

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc. 

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