SUMMARY OF COMPANY
BioUrja Renewables, LLC is a leading manufacturer of industrial-grade, beverage-grade, and fuel-grade ethanol and co-products, located in Peoria, IL. The company operates a 135 million gallon per year production plant, which is among the largest industrial alcohol facilities in the U.S., with a long history of successful operations. We are part of the BioUrja Group, a family-owned energy and agricultural trading, supply and distribution group headquartered in Houston, Texas and having operations across the USA, as well as in the UK, UAE, India, Singapore, and Mexico. We are proud to have been listed as one of the top four largest privately held companies in the Houston metropolitan area.
JOB SUMMARY
Perform electrical repairs on equipment and facilities of a large-scale corn milling plant, with a heavy emphasis on Maintenance Reliability.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- The I/E Technician will diagnose panel malfunctions, calibrate, replace or repair a variety of electrical or electronic monitoring equipment such as variable frequency drives, flow meters, control valves, pH monitors and pressure and level transmitters.
- Will perform instrument maintenance, preventative maintenance as necessary, troubleshoot circuits, rewire equipment as necessary, run conduit, rebuild control valves and perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned.
- Incumbent must be willing and able to perform minor/assist with extensive Millwright duties as assigned.
- Perform routine electrical repair projects and preventative maintenance on production equipment such as breaker boxes, motor leads and lighting fixtures.
- Assist in the installation and wiring of new/modified electrical equipment.
- Monitor plant motors and starters, checking for hot spots and completing required reports.
- Select, install and pull wiring to required equipment locations, making connections, testing circuitry and performing related installation processes of low and medium voltage to 4160V.
- Maintain accurate and thorough inventory of electrical parts and related manuals
- Perform instrumentation work
- Install, maintain, and repair plant mechanical, pneumatic and 480-volt electrical equipment
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant mechanical, pneumatic and 480-volt systems
- Support and comply with all food safety, quality, and legality requirements
- Other similar duties as assigned
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Must have strong safety values
- Must be willing to work shifts
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete an electrical aptitude and hands-on test
- Must be able to operate a computer effectively
- Must be able to work individually or in a team environment
- Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays and on a call-in basis
- Must have effective oral and written communication skills
- Must be flexible in accepting changes
- Able to understand and comply with plant GMP and personnel practice requirements
EDUCATION/TRAINING
- High school diploma or equivalent with strong fundamental skills (math, reading, and writing), Associate’s Degree preferred
- Training in identifying and diagnosing electrical problems
- Familiarity with 3 phase electrical systems
- Knowledge of NEC code requirements
- ABC schooling is a strong plus
- 2-4 years of experience as an electrician, preferably in an industrial maintenance setting
- PLC and industrial controls experience preferred
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
In addition, Employees in this position must also be capable of:
- Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
- Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, or sitting for long periods of time.
- Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
- Climbing stairs, and/or vertical ladders of varying heights.
- Working in confined work areas and/or elevated heights.
- Lifting objects of minimum of 10lbs, with maximum single-person lift limit of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying.
- Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
- Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
- Driving and/or operating heavy machinery safely and be alert and aware of surroundings at all times.
- Applying sideways/upward/downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware.
The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience in CEMS is a strong plus
- CMMS experience preferred
BENEFITS
- $24.47 – 33.80 Hourly; DOE/Union Position
- Competitive pay, paid time off and paid holidays
- Medical (with wellness discount), dental, vision
- Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability and, and short-term disability
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company match
- Cash Balance Retirement Plan
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO STATEMENT
BioUrja Renewables LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BioUrja Renewables LLC participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
BioUrja Renewables LLC is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BioUrja Renewables LLC, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at BioUrja Renewables LLC in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of BioUrja Renewables LLC. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BioUrja Renewables LLC.
