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Certified Industrial Journeyman Electrician at Cargill

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New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Lake Odessa, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd
Compensation: $30.60-$41.80/h
Sign-on Bonus: $5,000
Relocation Bonus: $5,000

Benefits Information
  • Shift Differential
  • Weekly Attendance Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Health and Wellness Incentives
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
Principal Accountabilities
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues independently
  • Apply strong problem-solving and programming troubleshooting skills, preferably with Allen-Bradley
  • Ensure reliability of manufacturing processes and compliance with standards
  • Perform preventative and annual maintenance on equipment
  • Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment
  • Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control schematics
  • Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Identify, plan, and execute follow-up maintenance work
  • Prepare and maintain safe, organized work environments
  • Respond to unplanned maintenance needs as directed
  • Accurately complete and document work orders and maintenance records
  • Communicate maintenance updates through written pass-downs
  • Maintain and troubleshoot electronic controls and instrumentation
  • Use diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscope, VOM) to test and repair systems
Required Qualifications
  • Electrical/Maintenance Journeyman License in the state of Michigan
  • 3 years manufacturing maintenance experience
  • Basic programming and advanced troubleshooting skills, preferably with Allen-Bradley
  • High School or GED Equivalent
  • Be able to troubleshoot PLCs and Ladder logic
  • Be willing to be a part of the Hazmat team
  • Strong electrical & mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to read & interpret blueprints or other forms of engineering drawings
  • Ability to read & interpret detail blueprints, P&IDs, single-lines, and wiring schematics
  • Ability to work weekend and off shift hours as needed
Preferred Qualifications
  • Computer literacy and willingness to learn SAP/PPE systems
  • Allen-Bradley programming and troubleshooting experience
  • Maintenance experience in a food processing environment
  • Proficient with test/calibration tools (RTD calibrators, multimeters, etc.)
  • Ability to troubleshoot 480 VAC 3-phase, 120 VAC, and 24VDC circuits
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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Typical mid-level pay: $62k for Electricians nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$62k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$39k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $106k

Senior roles pay 67% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

High demand and responsive wages. Negotiate confidently on all fronts.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage
Moderate
Mobility
High mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: All experience levels

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Growth + pay upside

Both the field and your earnings can grow significantly.

+10%
10yr growth
81,000 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024