In-Plant Industrial Electrician - Food Production

COMPANY OVERVIEW Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan. POSITION SUMMARY At Upchurch Services, the Service In-Plant Industrial Electrician - Food Production is not only a maintenance professional but a trusted partner responsible for protecting the customer's production capability, supporting food safety objectives, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of critical facility assets. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical systems supporting food production operations. · Serve as a dedicated onsite resource within a customer facility, ensuring reliable installation and repair of electrical systems hardware, safety, and regulatory compliance. · Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on motor controls, power distribution systems, PLC-based controls, instrumentation, and facility electrical infrastructure. · Apply diagnostic abilities, electrical safety expertise, and a customer-focused approach to facility support. · Represent Upchurch Services through professional communication with the Foreman and customer maintenance, operations, engineering, quality assurance, and safety personnel. QUALIFICATIONS · Technical school, trade school, apprenticeship, or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or related field preferred. · Experience in food processing, manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or industrial facilities strongly preferred. · Licenses and Certifications: » Journeyman Electrician License/LLE » OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 » NFPA 70E Training » Industrial Maintenance Certifications Benefits: - Competitive pay based on experience. - Health, dental, and vision insurance. - Paid time off and holiday pay. - Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance. Equal Employment Opportunity: Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.