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Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Owingsville, KY · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

Understand and perform electrical shutdown procedures. * Understand the fire system operation and where the valves are located. * Able to operate and setup all equipment in the plant. * Report ...

$65 - $90/hr

Leadership in plant major shutdown Electrical activities, contactors, capex projects, and ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment. * Work closely with Reliability and Mechanical ...

New

$52 - $78/hr

We are looking for a MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN to join our Houston, TX location. As a ... Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage, or when temporarily ...

$120 - $160/hr

You will lead a team of electrical personnel and contractors while driving safety, asset reliability, preventative maintenance, shutdown execution, and continuous improvement initiatives. This ...

Contractor Supervision, shutdown planning and execution; Electrical Design; Project Management; National Electrical Code; Specifying process instrumentation and control valves • Able to engineer ...

Contractor Supervision, shutdown planning and execution; Electrical Design; Project Management; National Electrical Code; Specifying process instrumentation and control valves Able to engineer ...

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How much do electrical shutdown jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for electrical shutdown in Kentucky is $30.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.61 and $35.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an electrical shutdown?

An Electrical Shutdown job involves the planned shutdown of electrical systems for maintenance, upgrades, or repairs. These jobs are critical in industries like manufacturing, mining, and oil & gas, where electrical infrastructure must be periodically inspected and serviced to ensure safety and efficiency. Shutdown workers, including electricians and technicians, follow strict safety protocols to minimize risks. The duration of a shutdown varies depending on the scope of work, ranging from a few hours to several weeks. Proper planning and coordination are essential to complete the tasks efficiently and restore power without unnecessary downtime.

What are some common challenges faced during an electrical shutdown project?

During an electrical shutdown, professionals often encounter challenges such as tight schedules, unexpected equipment failures, and the need to quickly adapt to changing site conditions. Coordinating with multiple teams, such as mechanical, instrumentation, and operations, is crucial to ensure a safe and efficient process. Addressing safety protocols, especially around high-voltage equipment and lockout/tagout procedures, is critical to prevent accidents. By staying organized and communicating effectively, electrical shutdown teams can meet deadlines and maintain plant reliability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the electrical shutdown position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Electrical Shutdown role, you need a solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, troubleshooting, and safe shutdown procedures, often backed by a technical diploma or apprenticeship in electrical trades. Familiarity with lockout/tagout processes, electrical testing equipment, and certifications like OSHA or NFPA 70E are typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help individuals succeed in coordinating with various tradespeople and responding to unexpected issues. These abilities are essential to maintain safety, minimize downtime, and ensure the smooth execution of planned maintenance or emergency shutdowns.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Shutdown job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,115 per year, or $30.3 per hour.

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

CTI Foods

Owingsville, KY • On-site

Other

Posted 3 days ago

New


CTI Foods rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

358th of 445 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

We are a customer focused custom manufacturer of quality food products to exacting standards that delight our customer and their consumers.
The people of CTI Foods are our #1 ingredient that drive us to be the best custom food and culinary solutions team that has seven state-of-the-art food processing facilities and over 1,800 employees from, Idaho, Iowa, Kentucky, and Texas.
We are a company that “Thinks Big and Acts Small.” Employees are treated like family. In order to succeed, it takes every person working together, being nimble, and executing at the highest levels. It is our responsibility to provide you every opportunity and resource to achieve that success.
Make an impact from day ONE at CTI Foods!


Responsible for routinely inspecting equipment and performing basic preventative maintenance duties as necessary or scheduled


Routinely inspect equipment

  • Evaluate integrity of equipment and determine potential equipment failure or actual equipment failure.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on all facility equipment and machinery including office auxiliary equipment.
  • Identify when mechanical parts (e.g. sprockets, bearing shafts, chain, gearboxes) are worn and need to be replaced.
  • Understand and troubleshoot controls and equipment interlocks.
  • Understand and perform electrical shutdown procedures.
  • Understand the fire system operation and where the valves are located.
  • Able to operate and setup all equipment in the plant.
  • Report concerns or problems to the maintenance lead and/or manager.
  • Perform preventive maintenance repairs as needed

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate integrity of equipment and determine potential equipment failure or actual equipment failure.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on all facility equipment and machinery including office auxiliary equipment.
  • Identify when mechanical parts (e.g. sprockets, bearing shafts, chain, gearboxes) are worn and need to be replaced.
  • Understand and troubleshoot controls and equipment interlocks.
  • Understand and perform electrical shutdown procedures.
  • Understand the fire system operation and where the valves are located.
  • Able to operate and setup all equipment in the plant.
  • Report concerns or problems to the maintenance lead and/or manager.
  • Perform preventive maintenance repairs as needed.

Perform basic maintenance duties as necessary

  • Maintain operational ability and integrity of all machinery.
  • Lubricate all equipment as necessary and verify that the equipment or parts accepts lubrication properly
  • Understand pneumatics, hydraulic basic controls, pumps and general operations.
  • Ability to identify visual defects and make correction as needed and identify and distinguish between colors.
  • Must be able to work in areas of varying temperatures.
  • Relieve other associates as necessary.
  • Maintain good housekeeping.
  • Regular attendance
  • Promotes, adheres, and is responsible for Food Safety and Quality
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws as well as company policies and procedures.

Operate Equipment

Operate all equipment (e.g. conveyors, augers, pumps, etc.) in order to perform necessary Pre-Operational maintenance procedures.

Perform basic maintenance duties as necessary

  • Maintain operational ability and integrity of all machinery.
  • Lubricate all equipment as necessary and verify that the equipment or parts accepts lubrication properly
  • Understand pneumatics, hydraulic basic controls, pumps and general operations.

Operate Equipment

  • Operate all equipment (e.g. conveyors, augers, pumps, etc.) in order to perform necessary Pre-Operational maintenance procedures.

All other duties as assigned by Supervisor 


  • Lift up to 50lbs
  • Frequently move between warm and cold environments
  • Read, write, and understand English at a technical level
  • Complete basic math problems
  • Able to read and understand mechanical & electrical schematics
  • 3 yrs of previous experience in maintenance
  • Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance Preferred

Miscellaneous Responsibilities

  • Keep work area clean and free of clutter and debris.
  • Follow all food safety (GMP) and general safety guidelines.
  • Complete other tasks as assigned by maintenance lead and/or manager.
  • Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as box markings, labels, schedules, safety rules, GMP’s and general instructions.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of process and equipment
  • Ability to work in a high paced environment.
  • Reliable attendance is an essential function of the job.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and adhere to JSA guidelines.
  • Responsible for Food Safety and Quality Culture.
  • Follow daily set up and/or shutdown procedures.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Must be able to work any shift, overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Basic Job Requirements

  • Lift up to 50lbs
  • Frequently move between warm and cold environments
  • 3 yrs of previous experience in maintenance
  • Read, write, and understand English at a technical level
  • Complete basic math problems
  • Able to read and understand mechanical & electrical schematics & P&ID flow charts.
Essential Responsibilities              Frequency               % Of Time
  • Routinely inspect equipment                                                                   Always                                                         25%
  • Perform basic maintenance duties                                                           Always                                                         25%
  • Operate equipment                                                                                Always                                                         25%
  • Maintain required records & docs.                                                            Always                                                        25%
Physical Requirements
  • Seeing – Near, Far, Color Vision
  • Hearing – Ordinary & Other Sounds
  • Touching
  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Climbing
  • Balancing
  • Kneeling
  • Lifting
  • Carrying
  • Reaching
  • Handling
  • Bending
  • Crawling
  • Twisting
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Talking
  • Ability to Move Distances Within and Between Buildings
  • Ability to Mount and Dismount Forklift or Truck

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste/smell; and frequently required to climb and must be able to reach all levels in the bay. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and regularly lift to 50 pounds.

Environmental Conditions
  • Outside
  • Inside
  • Extreme Cold – 32 ° Fahrenheit
  • Extreme Heat – 120 ° Fahrenheit
  • Wet or Humid
  • Noise
  • Vibration
  • Moving Objects
  • High Places
  • Fumes or Odors
  • Hazardous Material
  • Dirt or Dust
  • Gases
  • Poor Ventilation
  • Mechanical Equipment
  • Electrical Equipment
  • Pressurized Equipment
  • Work Alone
  • Work With Other People
  • Shift Work

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and requires that hearing protection be always worn in production areas at all times. 

Cognitive Requirements
  • Reading – Simple
  • Writing – Simple
  • Read, Write and Understand English
  • Critical Thinking & Analysis
  • Decision Making
  • Basic Math Skills

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