Electrician - Hopkinsville, KY

Are you highly qualified in electrical maintenance and repairs, looking to drive quality and safety at a leading consumer packaged goods company? If so, then we have an opportunity for you!

We are currently looking for a Electrician [mainly 3rd shift] to join our Maintenance department with US Smokeless Tobacco in Hopkinsville, KY. Your primary role will be to support Production Operations, Quality, Safety and CC&S. You will maintain operation and electrical plant equipment, facilities and grounds at our Hopkinsville, KY facility.

What you will be doing:

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial equipment installations.
• Install conduit inside partitions, walls, above ceilings, on rafters, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduits.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
• Test electrical systems, electrical control circuits, and components, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, amp meters, and hand tools, to locate the cause of a malfunction.
• Repair electrical components and/or systems (e.g. motors, control circuits, branch circuits, transformers, compressors, switches, buss, switches, panel boards, variable frequency drives, hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems, etc.) while ensuring a safe working condition.
• Install, maintain, and verify industrial instrumentation and related devices.
• Maintain an organized work area to ensure tools, parts, and materials are stored in a neat and orderly manner to improve efficiency. You will also maintain housekeeping expectations.
• Foster an environment that promotes a culture of safety, quality, CC&S, and regulatory compliance guided by procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Participate in team meetings, detailing actions, communicating opportunities and ongoing tasks.

Candidate must successfully complete and pass the required assessment(s). Click on the link to learn more: https://www.altria.com/people-and-careers/careers/open-jobs-portal/manufacturing?src=topnav

What we want you to have:

• High school graduate & possess college based electrical training or equivalent work experience of three (3) years or greater in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLC's, NFPA 70E, Allen Bradley, blueprints, 480 volt, 3-phase and being capable of running conduit preferred.
• Solid understanding of alarm and fire prevention systems is a plus.
• Encouraged to pursue continuing education classes during your working life to keep up with changes in the industry.
• Possess a high degree of physical dexterity; ability to climb stairs, ladders; work at higher elevations and in confined areas. Ninety percent of daily work time will be spent in a shop floor environment which will expose individual to varying temperatures, noise, and dust.
• Handle pressure associated with working with high voltage electricity.
• React well to and handle electrical problems repairs quickly.
• Read and comprehend electrical codes, wiring diagrams, and have the know-how to use electrical instruments.
• Regular and reliable on-site attendance is required.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $50,500.00 - $73,150.00.    

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real
• Get recognized for your work – annual merit increases and performance bonus
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.