Electrician

Description:

Weyerhaeuser is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrician to join our Grifton, NC Lumber Mill. At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren’t only the trees and timberlands we oversee. Our employees are the real reason we’ve been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the leaders in timberland management, and manufacturing and distribution of wood products in the world.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Safety First Culture – We prioritize your well-being every day.
Competitive Pay – Starting at 26.55 per hour
Career Growth – Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance.
Outstanding Benefits – Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your eligible pay (unless you are enrolled in the defined benefit pension plan).
Shift: This is a night shift position from 5:30pm to 4:30am.

Key Functions:

• Manage the electrical systems in the operation.
• Install, repair, and troubleshoot all electrical systems in the operation.
• Effectively maintain communications with maintenance personnel and supervisors to perform mill maintenance duties (reactive and preventive) safely and efficiently.
• Will also assist with mechanical maintenance functions as needed.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have minimum 1-year electrical experience in a manufacturing facility
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 all shifts, weekends, call-ins, holidays, and overtime.

The following qualifications are desired:

• An Associate's degree or higher in Electrical Technology
• 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 experience.

About Wood Products:

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

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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