Maintenance Electrician

  • Full-Time
  • Decatur, IN
  • Bunge
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge’s expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.

Position Summary:

The Bunge North America soybean processing plant in Decatur, IN is looking for an experienced industrial electrician. A Journeyman Electrician with a minimum of 3-5 years industrial experience is preferred. Must be safety conscious and willing to work 2nd and 3rd shifts. Starting pay is $26.09 per hour, full pay rate after meeting skill qualifications and education requirements is $27.72 per hour.

Core Functions:


Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.

  • Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment, such as conveyors, and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints, using hand tools and voltage tester.
  • Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints, using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools.
  • Tests malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment, and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers.
  • Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices, using hand tools.
  • Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors.
  • Operate equipment equipped with programmable controllers to program automated machinery, such as robots & automated machinery. Test for malfunctions, and verify repairs.
  • Plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings as needed.
  • Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Skill/Experience Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent. Some college coursework preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Journeyman Electrician with minimum 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience preferred
  • Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying temperatures
  • Ability to follow policies and procedures
  • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Willing to work overtime and flexible hours, including holidays and weekends
  • Good attendance

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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