Industrial Electrician Level 1

West Fraser • Newberry, SC

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About The Position

The Industrial Electrician Level 1 joins the Maintenance team and is responsible for repairing, installing, replacing, programming, and testing electrical circuits and equipment. The role also periodically involves performing or assisting with routine to moderately complex repairs and installations of automatic electrical and electronic controls.

The position performs preventative maintenance on mill equipment and repairs, modifies, and maintains a variety of electrical and electronic equipment. It requires working rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and scheduled or required overtime, as well as emergency call-ins when needed. Employees must follow safety rules, wear required safety equipment, complete training, maintain predictable attendance, and work collaboratively while remaining open to cross-training. West Fraser describes the work environment as challenging and stable, with training and career development opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Background in electrical fundamentals.
• Knowledge of three-phase and single-phase power distribution systems, motor controls, wiring, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with 480-volt power and logic circuits.
• Strong computer, math, analytical, and planning skills.
• Ability to understand and follow electrical schematics proficiently without supervision.
• Familiarity with machine control systems and ability to troubleshoot complex machine control systems.
• Ability to identify controller features and functions.
• Ability to describe and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers.
• Ability to identify the signal path through a control circuit.
• Eligible to work legally in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Willingness and ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work overtime or emergency call-ins when required.
• Ability to work as part of a team, cross-train, and maintain consistent, predictable attendance.
• A combination of higher education and experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with VFD drives.
• PLC experience.
• Ability to interpret PLC logic as it relates to processes and equipment for troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical and electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment.
• Repair, modify, and maintain a variety of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Wire circuits, replace components, and repair electronic devices.
• Take test readings using instruments such as a multimeter and Megger.
• Stay current with technical changes and equipment designs by attending classes as needed.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled or required.
• Follow safety rules and regulations, wear safety equipment, and complete required training.
• Work on an emergency call-in basis when required.
• Work as part of a team and cross-train to learn new jobs and skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits starting on Day 1.
• Competitive starting pay.
• On-the-job training.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid vacations and holidays.
• Career development opportunities and a culture that promotes from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED