Maintenance Electrician IV

Are you driven by the desire to create a positive impact on our planet? Are you looking for a career with job security where you can make a difference in your community, preserve the environment, and create a fulfilling future for yourself! Look no further!

Gopher Resource invites passionate individuals to join our team and help us make the world a better place, one battery at a time.

We are currently hiring on the night shift. You will be trained for approximately 3-5 weeks on days before you begin your regular 12-hour rotating shift schedule. Starting pay is $51.35/hour plus $0.60 shift differential for working night shift.

About Us: Gopher Resource is a pioneer in environmental solutions with over 75 years of expertise in recycling lead batteries across North America. Our unwavering dedication to sustainable practices and cutting-edge technologies ensures that we both safeguard the environment and foster a culture of innovation.

Why Join Us? At Gopher Resource, we provide a blend of opportunity and support to all employees. We offer the resources and advanced technologies of large corporations alongside the close-knit community and accessibility to leadership that defines a smaller company. This unique environment empowers you to achieve your goals while feeling valued and appreciated.

What We Offer:

• Training for Growth: Elevate your skills and advance your career with our comprehensive training programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with confidence, supported by our generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Drive Change: Become part of a dynamic company committed to health, safety, and environmental stewardship, where your efforts directly contribute to positive change.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work in state-of-the-art facilities equipped with advanced technology, providing you with the tools you need to succeed.
• Green Jobs: Join a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to protecting the planet and creating a sustainable future for generations to come.

Position Overview:

• Pay: $54.25
• Shift: 5:15pm-5:30am on a rotating schedule of 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, and 2 days. Every other weekend off!
• Shift Differential Pay: $0.60 for night shift
• Monthly Bonus Opportunities – Max bonus potential up to $8,000 annually
• Generous Healthcare Benefits
• 401k + Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least 8 years of related industrial electrical experience with the following: ((PM)/calibrate/install of facility electrical, electronic, instrumentation and automation equipment throughout the entire facility, including medium‑low voltage systems; AC and DC systems; lighting; motors; receptacles; overhead door equipment; scales and hoists; starters; drives; power supply wiring (including conduit); transformers; programmable controllers; electrical components as well as pneumatic and hydraulic systems.)
• Passing of industrial electrical written AND practical tests
• Passing of all pre-employment testing which includes:
  • Criminal background check
  • Employment and academic verifications
  • Drug screen & physical
• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation Systems preferred, but not required
• Proficient English (reading and writing) and math (adding, subtracting, multiplication) skills
• Must be able to communicate in English language

Responsibilities:

• Uses hand tools and testers to maintain and repair motors, starters, drives, low‑medium voltage systems and instrumentation throughout the entire plant
• Follows National Electrical Code (NEC) and company standards in a safe and expedient manner. Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals. Perform and follow all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Lock‑out Tag‑out (LOTO), Hot Work, Hazardous Work, Confined Space, Line Breaking, Daily PM Inspection, and Work Order Feedback processes
• Replace, repair, troubleshoot, calibrate or clean electrical, instrumentation and automation systems
• Troubleshooting visually and with varied testing equipment all EI systems throughout the facility. Changes hardware in system to maintain interface between…