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Overview

Electrician — Russellville, AR

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

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment
• Repair, modify, and maintain a variety of electrical and electronic equipment
• Wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic devices
• Perform tests using instruments such as a multimeter and Megger
• Stay current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending classes as needed
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled or required
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations, wear safety equipment, and complete required training
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
• Background in electrical fundamentals
• Knowledge of 3-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
• Familiar with machine control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machine control systems
• Ability to identify features and functions of controllers
• Describe and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers
• Identify the signal path through a control circuit
• A combination of higher education and experience will be considered
• Legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Willing and able to work a schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing and able to work on an emergency call-in basis when required
• Team player with reliable attendance
• Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills

Preferred qualifications

• VFD drives experience
• PLC experience
• Ability to interpret PLC logic related to process and equipment troubleshooting

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay
• Benefits starting Day 1
• On-the-job training
• A culture that promotes from within
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Wellness incentives
• Employee referral program
• Safety is a core value with a challenging, stable work environment and career development opportunities

Apply

To build your career in a growth-focused company with a safe work environment, apply online at West Fraser. Attach your resume to your online profile; resumes will not be accepted at the site. We will contact only those selected for an interview. No phone inquiries.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with operations across North America and Europe. We are committed to safety, employee development, and opportunities for growth within the company. We strive for inclusive, diverse teams reflective of the communities we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D and a Drug-Free Workplace.