Journeyman Electrician

WeyerhaeuserNatchitoches, LA
Onsite

About The Position

One position for an 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. Pay Rate is dependent upon experience, starting at $33.90.

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.
  • 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.

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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
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