Instrumentation Controls Electrician
Wheat Ridge, CO, US
Requisition ID: 38136
Cheers to creating an incredible tomorrow!
At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward.
We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes.
Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies.
Crafted Highlights:
In the role of Instrumentation Controls Electrician working in Wheat Ridge, CO you will provide advanced electrical, mechanical, and controls troubleshooting to support safe, reliable, and continuous plant operations. This role works across a wide range of systems and environments, ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting 24/7 production needs.
What You'll Be Brewing:
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Perform advanced electrical, mechanical, and controls troubleshooting on complex production and facility systems
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Maintain, repair, and support plant equipment using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments
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Troubleshoot electrical systems using ladder logic, schematics, electrical prints, and P&ID drawings
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Support and maintain PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, relay logic, and associated control systems
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Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, rotating equipment, and production machinery
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Maintain and support electrical systems under 600 volts across all plant assets
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Execute preventive and reliability maintenance activities to reduce unplanned downtimeIdentify infrastructure deficiencies and recommend technical improvements
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Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout, and PPE requirementsAssist in training and mentoring new employees and trainees
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Use computer systems including Windows, MS Office, Outlook, and SAP for documentation and reporting
Key Ingredients:
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High school diploma or GED required; technical training, industrial apprenticeship, military training, or related certification preferred
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Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or high‑speed production environment
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Journeyman‑level or equivalent hands‑on experience in electrical, electronic, and controls systems
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Ability to safely work with electrical systems up to and including 480 volts
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Proficiency with PLC platforms (PLC5, SLC500, ControlLogix), VFDs, HMI systems, and controls software
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Strong mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining and repairing industrial equipment
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Experience using electrical test instruments (multimeters, clamp meters, meggers, oscilloscopes, diagnostic panels)
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Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance principles
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Strong communication, problem‑solving, teamwork, and safety‑focused mindset
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Ability to work rotating 12‑hour shifts, overtime, and in physically demanding environments (heat, cold, heights, confined spaces)
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Must be at least 21 years of age
Beverage Bonuses:
- We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
- We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are
- Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization
- Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
- On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
- Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.
Job Posting Hourly Rate: $44.51
Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.
Nearest Major Market: Denver