Electrician EL-5

Lead Industrial Electrician

The Lead Industrial Electrician is responsible for supporting the reliability and performance of all sawmill electrical systems while providing day-to-day leadership, guidance, and technical expertise to the electrical team. This role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support electrical maintenance activities, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Install, maintain, and repair the sawmill electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and repair of electrical equipment, minimizing downtime and production impact.
• Assist in prioritizing and coordinating daily work assignments and maintenance activities.
• Ensure completion of work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform and support preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems ranging from 24V DC to 480V 3-phase.
• Diagnose and repair motor starter circuits, control circuits, and emergency stop (E-stop) systems.
• Support and guide team members in troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems, including sensors, photo eyes, proximity switches, and limit switches.
• Program, commission, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Promote and enforce safe work practices, including strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in system reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and support team development.
• Proficient in industrial electrical systems and controls.
• Experience with PLC systems and industrial automation components.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Electrical experience in a manufacturing or sawmill environment preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Previous experience in a lead or senior-level electrical role preferred.
• Willingness to work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts, including overtime as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for tools and equipment.
• Regularly required to communicate effectively.
• Work performed around moving mechanical parts, at heights, and in environments with dust, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Noise levels range from moderate to very loud.
• The ability to lift up to 50lbs occasionally and carry up to 20lbs frequently without assistance.