Electrical Technician

Roseburg Forest Products • Chester, SC

327d

About The Position

Electrical Technicians will safely and effectively perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities at the Roseburg Chester Engineered Wood site. The facility in Chester was opened in 2019, and is a robust, modernized, and highly automated production environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Stable employment history with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial maintenance work and/or equivalent education to include vocational or technical school certificate/diploma
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, on-call, rotating shifts and holidays
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools
• Experience with reading electrical drawings and schematics
• Troubleshooting experience, including the use of necessary test instruments such as digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, megger, etc.
• Experience using a computer for record keeping and documentation
• Able to work in extreme heat/cold, navigate catwalks and ladders
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position including; climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping and bending
• Ability to communicate effectively and constructively
• Comprehension of complex work instructions and documentation
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts in an industrial environment
• Must be team oriented
• Willing and able to learn new jobs and skills
• A personal and total commitment to observe all safety rules and regulations including NEC and NFPA70E (including LOTO and Arc Flash)
• Knowledge of DC motors and motor controls
• Knowledge of AC motors and motor controls
• Knowledge of DC, VFD and servo drives
• Knowledge of single phase and 3-phase power distribution systems
• Knowledge of various process instrumentation, including pressure, flow, temperature, level, weight, etc.
• Knowledge of PLC controls, HMI operator interfaces, and control systems networking
• Working knowledge of basic industrial mechanical issues

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CMMS
• Knowledge of fire alarm and protection systems
• Experienced in pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyor systems
• Excellent skills in root cause analysis
• Previous experience in Rockwell Software RSLogix5000 and FactoryTalk View Studio (Editor, Me, and SE), AB PowerFlex VFD's and Kinetics Servos, and Ethernet IP networks using AB Stratix switches

Responsibilities

• Performs highly skilled electrical maintenance tasks including equipment installation
• Repair and PM electrical machinery; such equipment as AC/DC motors, drives, pneumatic, hydraulic, conveyors, packaging systems, instrumentation and PLC controls
• In downtime situations, must be able to analyze cause of breakdown with equipment
• Must also determine and complete maintenance repairs required to return the equipment to effective operating conditions
• Follow and adhere to safety lockout procedures and strictly adhere to plant safety rules as well as follow excellent housekeeping practices to help maintain a clean work environment
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a group
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Models company core values

Benefits

• Robust benefit and wellness offerings
• Competitive compensation pay rates
• Professional and personal development opportunities to grow your career
• 401k matching up to 4%
• Paid holidays
• 3 weeks of vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wood Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees