Electrician (Moultrie, GA, US)

Canfor
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled TradesExperience: 3+ yearsSkills: ["Troubleshooting","Communication","Interpersonal skills","Teamwork","Safety compliance","Self-starter"]

Perform day-to-day preventive maintenance and repair of electrical power and electronic equipment in a highly automated sawmill, including diagnosing malfunctions and safely restoring equipment to operating condition. Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs, trace issues through IO cards and 24VDC control systems, and use test equipment and HMI for troubleshooting. Complete PMs on time with proper documentation while adhering to all safety, EHS, and housekeeping procedures.

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Electrician (Moultrie, GA, US)

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Job Summary

Perform day-to-day preventive maintenance and repair of electrical power and electronic equipment in a highly automated sawmill, including diagnosing malfunctions and safely restoring equipment to operating condition. Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs, trace issues through IO cards and 24VDC control systems, and use test equipment and HMI for troubleshooting. Complete PMs on time with proper documentation while adhering to all safety, EHS, and housekeeping procedures.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time · Permanent
Job Function: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled Trades
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions using test equipment and hand tools to correct breakdowns.
  • •Troubleshoot PLCs, including modifying or creating programs as needed.
  • •Inspect equipment, replacing or repairing non-operational components that hinder efficient operation.
  • •Complete preventive maintenance (PMs) on time and ensure proper documentation is filled out.
  • •Follow safety precautions and support EHS compliance, including housekeeping and required maintenance training.

Key Requirements

  • •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, with excellent troubleshooting skills.
  • •Troubleshoot PLCs and modify or create programs; troubleshoot IO cards to determine proper field device operation.
  • •Must have a comprehensive understanding of electrical principles and adequate skills to understand various mill processes.
  • •Commitment to safety with the ability to follow strict safety protocols and work effectively in a team.
Experience:3+ yearsSawmillManufacturingIndustrialLumber manufacturing
Skills:TroubleshootingCommunicationInterpersonal skillsTeamworkSafety complianceSelf-starter
Tech Stack:PLCAllen BradleyRemote IOPowerFlex 755 VFDKinetix 5700 servo systemsAllen Bradley MCC24VDCHMIVOMAmp ProbeProcess control meterThermal imaging

Company Brief

Canfor
Produces forest products including lumber, pulp, and paper-grade wood chips. Canfor operates sawmills and related manufacturing facilities, supplying building materials and wood fiber products to customers across North America and international markets.
Industry: Forestry
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Vancouver, Canada
Founded: 1938
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