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Industrial Electrician

Sensient Technologies · Livingston, CA

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Required
Experience asked
4+ years
Industry
Chemicals
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Sensient Technologies (chemicals) in Livingston, CA. Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical components including electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, for example.

They ask for
4+ years · degree required
Tools it names
PLC, Tooling
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in California: typical posted base $72k–$116k.

Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 166 maintenance technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 176 other live reliability postings in California.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $79k–$120k, from 16 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 42%
  • ✓ PLC 35%
  • Welding 34%
  • ✓ Tooling 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 4+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageRelocation help

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Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems. And we will be better with you.

We are searching for an Industrial Electrician to join our talented maintenance team in Livingston, CA. This position is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of all instruments, control systems and electrical equipment in the plant. If you enjoy variety of tasks in your day-to-day, then Sensient is for you!

What you’ll do

  • •Troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial control systems and related devices including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), distributed control systems, Servos, and Drives.
  • •Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical components including electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, for example.
  • •Preform preventive maintenance on electrical/electronic equipment as well as components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
  • •Perform and document maintenance, installation, fault diagnosis, and repair of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic instruments and systems.
  • •Inspect, repair and remove all types of, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and work with electrical systems.
  • •Provide proper installation and diagnosis of AC/DC motors and controls, including across the line, soft starters and VFD’s, etc.
  • •Plan layouts and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus plant wide.
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What you’ll bring

  • •A degree from an accredited Industrial Electrical, Instrument or Technician program and a minimum of 4 years of electrical experience, or Journeyman Card and Electrician status performing Instrumentation and Electrical duties in a manufacturing, Industrial environment.
  • •A comprehensive understanding in 3 phase power and its distribution as well as 120vac circuits and pneumatic controls with ability to repair.
  • •A clear understanding of the N.E.C. Code and the ability to troubleshoot and repair relay circuits, layout and bend conduit to N.E.C specifications, and accurately complete basic load calculations.
  • •Ability to complete tasks such as installation of motors, switches, switch panels, fuse boxes, lighting fixtures and controls, testing electrical & power circuits and any other electrical devices.
  • •Determine proper size and specifications of wire, conduit, switches, panels, fuse, etc.
  • •Inspect motors, switches, junction boxes, switch panels, circuit breakers, transformers, fuse panels, lighting, heating, power circuits and any other electrical devices.
  • •Work safely using PPE (personal protective equipment) and LOTO (lock out tag out) and have received training in ARC flash safety and risk avoidance.
  • •Able to read, understand and troubleshoot using electrical schematics and ladder logic.
  • •Flexibility. We are a 24/7 facility, must be available for off shift Call ins and repairs.

What you’ll get

  • •Excellent pay, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more.
  • •Become part of Sensient’s fastest growing business unit!
  • •A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.
  • •Opportunity to take self-initiative and lead by example in a team environment.

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Natural Ingredients

Sensient Natural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Natural Ingredients unit is located in Livingston, California.

The hourly wage for this position is $44.00 USD. Pay is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Livingston, CA and must reside in area or be willing to commute.

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

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