Automation Technician

Dakota Granite is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrician/ Automation technician to join our team. We’re looking for someone who brings both technical expertise and a team focused attitude to help us power our operations. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of hands-on electrical work, thrives in dynamic environments, and is passionate about quality, safety, and solving problems. If you’re driven by challenge and pride in your work, we want to hear from you.

CORE VALUES

Team player, Empowered Optimism, Passion for Excellence, Problem Solver, Tenacity to Deliver

Responsibilities

- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures

- Set and wire switchgear, panels, VFDs, and control systems in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC)

- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues including shorts, faulty motors, and automation system errors

- Read and interpret blueprints, motor control schematics, and PLC logic diagrams

- Retrofit outdated electrical systems with modern components

- Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and automated equipment

- Ensure equipment is locked out/tagged out (LOTO) properly for safe servicing

- Use tools such as multimeters, conduit benders, and rigging gear with skill and precision

What you bring

- Experience in both residential and industrial electrical systems

- Possess experience across a broad range of electrical installations and trouble shooting

- Some exposure with PLCs and motor control circuits

- Ability to manage or self perform on building, diagnosing and repairing motor control stations

- Excellent conduit bending and wire pulling skills with an emphasis on craftsmanship

- Capacity to troubleshoot electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, and other electromechanical equipment

- Eagerness to learn and perform minor mechanical repairs (bearings, seals, etc.)

- Willingness to work in various environments, including confined spaces and elevated locations

Requirements

- Must be or willing to become MSHA certified

- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines

- Ability to lift up to 75lbs, kneel, climb (up to 30 feet), and work in varying weather conditions

- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

- Previous experience in heavy industrial or stone manufacturing settings (preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Experience:

- Maintenance Electrician : 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Milbank, SD 57252 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Milbank, SD 57252: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person