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Electrical and Instrumentation Tech

Harvest Hill Beverage Company, Sherman, TX, United States


Overview
Job Title:

Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Technician
Location:

Sherman, TX
Company:

Harvest Hill – Sunny Delight Beverage Company

Schedule and Compensation
Schedule:

6:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday - Friday) - nights and weekends as needed
Pay:

$28.89–$34.94 per hour (starting rate commensurate with experience)

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (1st of month following start date!)

100% Employer-paid life insurance, STD and LTD

401(k) with company match

11 paid company holidays

Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement

Employee discounts (LifeMart, Staples, Skechers & more)

Employee Assistance Program

Formal Career Development Program

AND much more!

Position Summary
Harvest Hill’s Sunny Delight Beverage Company is seeking a highly skilled Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls (EIC) Technician to join our team in Sherman, TX. This role requires advanced technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to work independently with minimal direction. The EIC Technician will support, maintain, and troubleshoot plant electrical, instrumentation, and control systems while ensuring safe and efficient operation of production equipment. Candidates must be flexible and able to work any shift as part of a rotating schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical distribution panels

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems ranging from 480VAC to 24VDC, including Motor Control Centers

Diagnose and repair process and packaging equipment (fillers, conveyors, drives, packers, palletizers, etc.)

Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, and related systems

Install, calibrate, inspect, and troubleshoot instrumentation equipment

Troubleshoot PLC and HMI programming (including Wonderware and similar systems)

Install new equipment and implement engineering changes

Conduct root cause analysis using manuals and technical documentation

Maintain, modify, and improve EIC systems, documentation, and processes

Provide technical leadership and support to plant teams

Train and mentor EIC technicians and plant personnel

Operate production and packaging systems as needed

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and food safety standards

Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Minimum of 2 years of experience in an electrical and instrumentation role

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

Formal EI&C training (trade school, military, or industrial certification) or equivalent experience

Experience in food & beverage or packaging industries

Knowledge of power distribution systems up to 480VAC and National Electrical Code (NEC)

Ability to read and interpret electrical and control schematics

Experience integrating electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation troubleshooting

Familiarity with PLC systems (PLC-5, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, ControlLogix), Studio 5000, Logix Designer, RSLinx

Experience with industrial communication networks (DH+, DeviceNet, Ethernet)

Knowledge of HVAC/refrigeration systems, vision systems, and coding/printing systems (a plus)

Experience with Allen Bradley PowerFlex VFDs, SEW drives, and servo systems

Familiarity with HMI systems (Wonderware, PanelView, or equivalent)

Instrumentation experience, including calibration of flow, pressure, level, and temperature devices

Ability to read and utilize P&IDs for troubleshooting

Experience working in a team-based, multi-skilled environment

Physical Requirements

Stand on hard surfaces such as concrete for extended periods, up to 12 hours per shift

Lift and carry materials weighing up to 60 pounds

Climb stairs, ladders, platforms, and other structures on equipment or buildings to inspect, operate, maintain, or troubleshoot

Bend at the knees, twist the back, and kneel as needed to access equipment for operation, maintenance, or troubleshooting

Work indoors and outdoors in varying seasonal temperatures and humidity levels

Function effectively in areas of high noise while using proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

Work Schedule
Must be available to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on rotating team schedules.

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Sunny Delight Beverages Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. Sunny Delight Beverages Company does not offer practical training positions nor sponsor foreign citizens to obtain work visa or permanent residency.

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