Electrical Controls Technician

Hampton Lumber • Fairfax, SC

23h

About The Position

Hampton Lumber is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to help commission and start up a modern lumber-manufacturing facility and support the ongoing reliability of its maintenance prevention program. The role involves preventative and predictive maintenance, electrical and PLC troubleshooting and repair, and collaboration with operations and other team members to improve equipment performance. The technician is expected to maintain accurate records, follow safety requirements and company policies, and take ownership of assigned work to Hampton’s maintenance standards. The position may require different shifts, overtime, and weekend work based on operational, commissioning, training, or start-up needs.

Requirements

• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to workplace safety.
• Be accountable and operate with honesty and professionalism.
• Prioritize preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and identify early signs of wear, failure, or inefficiency.
• Work effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Have an understanding of electrical systems, maintenance prevention, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Have PLC experience.
• Be willing to work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley systems.
• Wood-products experience or start-up experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventative and predictive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Diagnose electrical and PLC issues and complete timely, effective repairs.
• Collaborate with operations and team members to improve equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Complete all work safely and in compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Take full ownership of assigned tasks to Hampton’s maintenance standards.
• Work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed for operations, commissioning, training, or start-up.

Benefits

• Substantial company-paid assistance for medical and dental insurance premiums, mental health coverage, and cost-effective co-pays and deductibles.
• 401(k) with a 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years.
• Paid time off, including nine paid holidays.
• Participation in the employee bonus program.
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions and financial and legal guidance.
• Paid training opportunities to support career advancement and personal development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed