Advanced Electrician

Weyerhaeuser•Natchitoches, LA

1d•$39•Onsite

About The Position

One position for an advanced, experienced Journeyman Electrician is open at the Natchitoches Engineered Wood Products Mill. Qualified candidates will have a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of electrical equipment, processes, and techniques to safely repair, modify, install, and maintain the facility and high-tech manufacturing equipment. The pay rate for this role $38.73 per hour.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 3 years of electrical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
Ability to troubleshoot 480v and low voltage electrical systems, AC and DC.
Ability to read equipment manuals, blueprints and schematics.
Must demonstrate logical problem-solving skills and react appropriately in upset situations.
Willingness to fully cross train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities.
Able to work with computerized maintenance system for processes, stores, work orders, etc.
Excellent teamwork, cooperation, and problems solving skills.
Dedicated, self-motivated team member, willing and able to work independently and in a team system.
Must be willing and able to work any shift, call-ins, holidays, and overtime.
A current resume or detailed list of education and work experience is required for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and hands-on experience with the following technologies: instrumentation, electronics.
Working knowledge of NEC.
General electrical systems (motor starters, lighting circuits, and power distribution equipment).
Experience with Allen Bradley PLC5 and/or Control Logix.
Knowledge of and experience with hand and power tools.
Wood products or engineered wood products experience.

Responsibilities

Be familiar with the general plant reliability and maintenance plan and responsibilities.
Work with a team of electricians and millwrights to deliver preventative and routine maintenance.
Assist other skilled workers in repairs and projects which may include bringing necessary tools and parts to the area they are needed.
Design layout and installation of basic electrical controls.
Basic Industrial Electrical Construction based on NFPA 70 National Electric Code. This includes ability to layout, cut, bend and thread conduit and ability to size conductors and over current devices
Demonstrate ability to apply new craft knowledge in daily work as it is learned from training assignments.
Safely repairing and troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.
Preventative maintenance responsibilities.
Support of goals and objectives of the entire maintenance team.
Basic PLC troubleshooting.
Be able to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and ladder logic.
Self-starter with the ability to work with and without direct supervision.
Knowledge and ability to use Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Show proficiency in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) standards.
Demonstrate basic computer skills including Maintenance Management Software, MS Office, Email and Web based programs.
Must be able to manage program files as documented in file management SOPs.
Other duties as assigned.