Electrician

Posting ID: 28195 Position Type: Regular City: Bucks, AL, United States Location: Axis Plant - New South Lumber Company

The minimum starting pay is $30/hour + bonus opportunities; however, pay is negotiable based on experience. The hourly wage will vary based on position and shift.

The Opportunity:

Working as an Electrician, you'll be the go-to person for all things electrical in our sawmill. You'll ensure our machinery and equipment are operating at their best, troubleshoot and fix electrical issues, and play a key role in maintaining a safe workplace. If you love working with your hands, solving problems, and being part of a dynamic team, this opportunity at our Iron Mountain Sawmill in Bucks, Al , could be the perfect job for you! Join us and put your skills to use to help keep our modern sawmill running at peak performance.

This role is a full-time permanent position working Monday-Friday, with weekend rotation

What you will do as an Electrician:

• Perform regular maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and equipment to ensure they are in top working condition.
• Diagnose and repair electrical problems in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
• Install new electrical systems, machinery, and equipment as needed.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Recommend and implement upgrades to improve electrical systems and processes.
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repair work.
• Work closely with other team members, including mechanics and production staff, to ensure smooth operations.

Experience and skills that will help you stand out:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in a sawmill or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, blueprints, and schematics. Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Self-motivated/ Self Starter
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and working in various weather conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment would be considered a plus. Knowledge of the lumber manufacturing process would be an asset.
• A commitment to safety and the ability to follow strict safety protocols.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating with other electricians, operations, production staff, and supervisors.
• High degree of urgency.

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