Electrician (Crew C) Ontario, OR
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 22, 2026.
The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
External Hires Only: Sign on bonus of $1500 & $3000 retention bonuses.
This job ensures efficient operation of all electrical systems and electrical/electronic components on site. The individual in this job will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of the electrical systems, electronic equipment and instrumentation throughout the plant and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgement when a situation dictates.
Key Responsibilities
- Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and specialized potato-processing equipment such as conveyors, and programmable logic controllers.
- Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
- Shall have proven and demonstrated history of responsible and safe electrical work and possess a strong knowledge of NEC safety standards and other associated standards and codes.
- Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
- Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance employees, (General Maintenance, Pump Mechanics and Electronics) to diagnose malfunction.
- Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices as appropriate or necessary.
- Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
- Reads blueprints and all types of electrical schematics.
- Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors as necessary or required.
- Operates equipment to test for malfunctions and to verify repairs. Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
Typical Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Relevant Experience
- 3+ years related experience and/or training
- Must be familiar with automated control systems and be able to read, understand and maintain electrical drawings and manuals.
Required Certifications
Journeyman Electrician License from the State of Oregon or a State with reciprocity such as, Idaho, Utah, Maine, Montana, Arkansas, Washington or Wyoming.
Other Information
Schedule: Nights (6pm - 6am)"Pitman Shift" Schedule
Other: Overtime is paid after 10 hours worked each day. Nightshift will receive an added differential pay on top of base rate.
Job Requisition ID: 27354
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Plant - Ontario
Country: United States
Rate of Pay: ($48.77+ $1.25 Differential) Per/HR
**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**