The Electrician 2nd position assists in all factory, agricultural and operations maintenance activities. All applicable work is done in accordance with National, State and Local Electrical Codes. They will communicate with others in the factory to determine appropriate priorities.
Principle accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Sets an effective pace and minimizes interruptions in the process and agricultural operations.
Participates in safety programs and safety training and demonstrates total commitment and compliance with all Company Safety and Sanitation policies.
Repairs, replaces and installs new generators online.
Uses the Company’s computerized maintenance management system (SAP) to record and access maintenance related information.
Programs, troubleshoots, and operates programmable controllers, distributive control systems and interlocking systems.
Uses time effectively to troubleshooting and problem-solving
Performs timely and effective electrical maintenance and repair on rolling stock.
Performs other work as assigned.
Works overtime as required.
Progression:
If the individual holding this position attains a Journeyman Class A license, they will progress to the Electrician 1st classification.
Job Requirements:
2 Year Electrical Technology Degree(fulfilling the following):
AC/DC Theory
PLC’s
Electrical Construction and National Electrical Code (NEC)
Motors and Controls
Minimum of 3,000 working hours carrying out electrical work.
Working knowledge of relays, motors and gearboxes is required.
Must be able to work with up to 12,470 volt 3-phase equipment and switch gears as well as lower voltages in both single and 3-phase.
Must be able to work with programmable controllers, distributive control systems and hardwired/software interlocks, variable frequency drives, DC drives and related appurtenances.
Must be able to reason through problems involving set-up of routine instrumentation projects and maintenance of complex processing equipment. Must possess judgment required to plan and select and use the correct materials, tools and equipment in electrical construction or maintenance.
Must have knowledge of tools and instruments required to perform instrument and electronic maintenance, new installations and troubleshooting.
Must be able to work and communicate effectively with others.
Must be able to demonstrate proper/safe use of tools and instruments and be able to identify them by proper name.
Must be able to read, understand, and be capable of applying knowledge of written information, electrical wiring diagrams, OEM manuals, schematics, blueprints, etc. and possess math skills required to perform job requirements.
Working knowledge of OSHA standards and NEC to assure compliance by the employee and others working with the employee.
Must be able to reference, read and understand how to use SDS information.
Candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a Safety Screen that evaluates their ability to safely execute the duties and tasks defined for this position.
$37.38 - $43.67 /hr
In addition, we offer Pension, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match, paid dental, paid basic life insurance, paid short -term disability, voluntary long-term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, and paid holidays. We also offer tuition reimbursement, service awards, and a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.
An Equal Opportunity Employer

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American Crystal Sugar Company is an agricultural cooperative specializing in the production of sugar and agri-products. American Crystal is owned by 2,750 shareholders/growers who raise approximately one-third of the nation’s sugarbeet acreage in the Red River Valley of Minnesota and North Dakota. As the largest beet sugar producer in the United States, the company produces and sells about 15 percent of America’s finest quality sugar. American Crystal operates sugar factories in Crookston, East Grand Forks, and Moorhead, Minnesota; Drayton and Hillsboro, North Dakota. The company’s technical services center and corporate headquarters are also located in Moorhead.
Along with our shareholders, American Crystal’s employees drive the performance of the company. To support our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, we hire skilled individuals with a wide range of work experiences and educational backgrounds. We proudly offer numerous paths for growth – professionally and personally – for accountants, engineers, factory technicians, supervisors, and managers.
American Crystal customers are some of the most well-known names in the food industry. We strive to be the supplier of choice for our customers. Our customers need to be delighted by our deliveries, confident in our partnering efforts, and assured they’re sourcing the safest, highest quality products available.