Maintenance Electrician - Watertown, SD

Now Hiring: Maintenance Electrician
Watertown, South Dakota
Glacial Lakes Energy (GLE) – a leader in the corn ethanol industry – is currently seeking a Maintenance Electrician to join our team at our Watertown, SD facility.

While others may offer a one-time hiring bonus, GLE is offering you a CAREER—with a stable, growing company built on a strong culture, generous benefits, and an annual incentive opportunity.

Our benefits package is unmatched—but don’t just take our word for it. APPY TODAY, interview, and see how we stack up!

Pay: DOE (Dependent on Experience)

Position Summary

Maintenance Electricians are responsible for identifying root causes of issues and repairing, replacing, rewiring, and installing electrical and instrumentation components. This position ensures compliance with local and national electrical codes and helps maintain electrical inventory. Strong communication with the Maintenance Manager is essential, especially in regard to needs, issues, and after-hours support. You’ll also assist with training, safety programs, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Job Functions

• Troubleshoot root causes and perform repairs, replacements, and rewiring of instrumentation/electrical components

• Ensure all work complies with local and national electrical codes (480V, 220V, 110V, 24V DC, 4-20mA loops/circuits)

• Maintain documentation of changes and work performed

• Maintain and manage inventory of electrical/electronic parts

• Communicate with the Maintenance Manager regarding needs and concerns

• Respond to emergency plant issues after hours, on weekends, and holidays as needed

• Develop, train, and review electrical safety programs (e.g., Arc Flash, electrical integrity)

• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime

• Ensure safe, clean, and organized electrical work areas and enclosures

• Support GLE’s mission, vision, and values

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Competencies

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• Formal training and/or certification in electronics/electrical systems (required)

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant electrical experience (ethanol/industrial environment preferred)

• Must hold a current Electrical License

• Must obtain Journeyman’s or Master’s/Contractor’s License within 1 year of hire

• Experience with:

  • 4-20mA analog and discrete control wiring

  • PLC/DCS troubleshooting

  • Ladder logic

  • Calibration/configuration of flow, level, temperature, pressure, pH instruments

  • Power systems up to 4160V 3-phase

• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel

• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations

• Strong communication skills in English

• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Flexible spending account – save pre-tax dollars for medical expenses

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match – invest in your future

• Tuition reimbursement and learning & development opportunities

• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave – work-life balance matters

Glacial Lakes Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.