Journeyman Electrician

Weyerhaeuser • Natchitoches, LA

1d • 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.

What This Job Offers

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