Electrician

Location: Moundville

Electrician

Regular Full-Time
Moundville, AL, US

Introduction

Westervelt Lumber manufactures high quality wood products using sustainably sourced wood from our own land and other privately held land to ensure responsible resource management. With more than 50 years of lumber manufacturing experience, Westervelt Lumber produces a wide variety of high-performance products for customers in both domestic and international markets. Providing high quality Southern Yellow Pine lumber is what we do best.

When you join our team, you join a company that cares about its employees. We offer excellent wages and an exceptional benefits package including:
Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance, Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k, Paid Vacation, and a Flexible Spending Account.

If you are an experienced Electrician, we would love to talk to you about joining our Moundville, AL team.

Day in the Life

As an Electrician, you will install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic systems across the mill. Your day will involve inspecting equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues, repairing faulty components, programming and testing automated machinery, and completing preventative maintenance to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient mill operations. You will work closely with operators, planning, and scheduling teams to keep production running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair all electrical and electronic systems on site, including production machinery and equipment.
• Follow electrical codes, technical manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints when performing repairs.
• Observe equipment in operation to locate issues and determine appropriate corrective action.
• Test malfunctioning components and perform required adjustments or repairs.
• Diagnose and repair or replace faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, motors, and sensors.
• Diagnose and repair or replace electronic components including printed circuit boards and programmable controllers.
• Program and operate programmable controllers to test, troubleshoot, and verify equipment repairs.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic components related to electrical systems.
• Perform routine electrical preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Communicate professionally with operators regarding equipment performance.
• Collaborate with planning and scheduling teams to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
• Submit work requests and complete work orders accurately, detailing actions taken, parts used, and labor hours.
• Follow all corporate safety programs including PPE and lockout/tagout compliance.
• Maintain and repair high-voltage switch gear and components (12,470 volts).

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Willingness to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, or overtime.
• Strong commitment to safety and excellent attendance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn, adapt to change, and work in a noisy industrial environment.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and wear required PPE.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of experience in electrical work or a two-year technical degree in Industrial Electrical, Electronics, or related field.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers, electronic diagnostics, and industrial production equipment.
• Experience in the lumber, wood products, or manufacturing industry.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and troubleshoot complex systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Ability to work from elevated positions using required safety gear.
• Ability to perform tasks such as climbing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Ability to work in a full-body arc flash suit, gloves, and face shield.

Education Requirements

• Two-year technical degree in Industrial Electrical, Electronics, or a related field (experience may substitute).

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient mill electrical systems, we'd love to hear from you. The starting pay for this position is $35.69/hr.