Electrician

West Fraser • Leola, AR

305d

About The Position

This role offers a challenging, diverse and exciting opportunity to become part of our Maintenance team. In general, all Electrician roles are required to repair, install, replace, program, and test all electrical circuits, and equipment. Periodically perform or assist others in routine to moderately complex repairs or installation of automatic electrical and electronic controls.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
• Background in Electrical fundamentals
• Must have knowledge in 3 phase and single-phase power distribution systems, motor controls, wiring, and troubleshooting of such systems.
• Experience with 480-volt power and logic circuits
• Strong computer, math, analytical, and planning skills
• Must be able to understand and follow electrical schematics proficiently without supervision
• Must be familiar with machine control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot (complex) machine control systems.
• Ability to identify the features and functions of controllers.
• Ability to describe and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers.
• Ability to identify the signal path through a control circuit.
• A combination of higher education and experience will be taken into consideration.
• Eligible to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Willing and able to work a schedule which will include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willing and able to work on an emergency call-in basis when required.
• Ability to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team.
• Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills.
• Consistent, predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

• VFD drives experience
• PLC Experience
• Able to interpret PLC logic as it relates to its application to process and equipment for troubleshooting purposes.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment.
• Responsible for the repair, modification, and maintenance of a variety of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Perform tasks like wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic devices.
• Perform test reading using several different instruments, including multi-meter and Megger.
• Remain current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending classes as needed.
• Work rotating shifts, which includes nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled or required.
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment and completing all required training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k with company match and fixed retirement contribution
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Wellness Pay Program
• EAP Program
• Paid vacation after six months and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees