- Company: Simplot
- Location: Kelso, Bathurst
- Salary: Pay not listed
Simplot at a glance
sray.med.som.jhmi.edu/SCRoftware/SimPlot- Founded 1998
SEC filings mentioning "Simplot": 525 — search EDGAR
Simplot is listed for this apprenticeship in Kelso. Available data is sparse: a founding year of 1998 and mostly off-topic or local park/property headlines rather than a clear corporate profile. Treat public news as background only.
SIMPLOT - Kelso, Bathurst
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an Apprentice Maintenance Electrician to join our team at Simplot in Kelso. This role is full-time and based locally, offering a unique opportunity for hands-on experience in maintaining electrical systems within a dynamic industrial setting.
Core Duties
- Assist experienced electricians with routine maintenance tasks of electrical equipment and machinery.
- Participate in the installation and repair of lighting, wiring, and other electrical components.
- Contribute to the troubleshooting and resolution of electrical issues within the facility.
- Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
What You Bring
- A keen interest in learning about maintenance electrician roles and practices.
- Basic understanding of electrical systems and components, or a willingness to learn quickly.
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills for effective collaboration with colleagues.
More About Simplot
The Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood, and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable, and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia.
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- Entrepreneurs don’t have a gene for risk–they come from families with money
- Soylent’s Next Chapter
- The Rise of the French Fry Cartel
Recent news
- Warning signs posted at Esther Simplot Park Pond 1 after elevated E. coli levels detected - Idaho News 6
- Boise warns of high E. coli levels at Esther Simplot Park pond - KTVB
- Warning signs posted at Esther Simplot Park Pond 1 after E. coli exceeds standards - KBOI
- East Grand Forks opens request for proposals for former Simplot property - Grand Forks Herald
- Ag Groups Urge Mosaic, J.R. Simplot to Renounce Fertilizer Duties - National Corn Growers Association
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Working in Kelso, Washington
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The role is tied to Kelso, Cowlitz County, Washington (display: Kelso, Cowlitz County, Washington, 98626, United States). On-site (not remote). Expect a small-city industrial corridor setting; confirm the exact plant or site address with the employer.
Cost of living in Washington: 7.0% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Washington: $17.13/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Washington: $89,679 — via FRED
Home prices in Washington (year over year): +1.7% — via FRED
Median household income in Cowlitz County: $72,932 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Cowlitz County: 26 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Cowlitz County: Drove Alone (82%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Cowlitz County: 91% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: US Post Office--Kelso Main, listed 1991 (498m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 62°F / low 43°F year-round (summers around 76°F, winters around 35°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Build the skills for this role
Build core electrical fundamentals (safety, motors, MCCs, PLCs basics, troubleshooting), complete employer apprenticeship hours, and pursue state licensing as directed. No certification catalog or costs were provided in the data.
Be ready to discuss electrical coursework or prior trade exposure, safety mindset (LOTO, PPE), teamwork in industrial settings, and why you want a maintenance electrician path in a process or manufacturing environment. Ask about mentor structure, rotation, and licensing support.
Strong fit if you want paid, on-site trade training in industrial maintenance rather than pure construction wiring, and you are comfortable with plant schedules in the Kelso area. Weak fit if you need remote work or a desk-first role.
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Listing facts
- Role Apprentice Maintenance Electrician
- Employer Simplot
- Location Kelso, Bathurst
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted July 28, 2026
- Apply by August 28, 2026
- Overview Full job description on this page (226 words)
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- Hacker News — Entrepreneurs don’t have a gene for risk–they come from families with money
- Hacker News — Soylent’s Next Chapter
- Hacker News — The Rise of the French Fry Cartel
- Hacker News — The Rise of the French Fry Cartel
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