ELECTRICIAN L2 - OLA, AR

The purpose of this position is to maintain the mill’s equipment. The Electrician will be required to use troubleshooting skills and experience to resolve electrical problems that might occur. The Electrician will observe electrical equipment, maintaining and repair as needed to prevent downtime or damage, adjust, tune, or calibrate machinery for better safety and quality performance. The objective is to maximize production and ensure that budgeted Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) are achieved with a focus on safety, up-time, efficiency, and housekeeping.

The hourly rate of pay for this position is $32.33.

Key Activities

Maintenance and Reliability:

• Complete understanding and involvement of the TPM process.
• Ensure that Work Orders are created and accurately describe in detail the corrective actions needed.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment, such as: electrical motors, motor starters, push button stations, circuit breakers, disconnects, building power & lighting, heating systems, switchboards & meters, and UPS systems.
• Troubleshoot, install, maintain, and operate Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Handle testing instruments for measuring voltage, current power, insulation resistance, etc.
• Interact with production employees, QC, and other maintenance technicians to improve and maximize plant safety, efficiency, quality, and output.
• Understanding how to measure voltage, current, resistance, insulation resistance, etc.
• The ability to read blueprints and technical manuals.
• Utilize preventative maintenance program to maintain and prevent failure of equipment.
• Preserve plant equipment through proper cleaning and maintenance.
• Intermediate computer skills. (Write work orders in the CMMS, compose end of shift emails, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Studio 5000 and Rockwell software.
• Effective radio communication.
• Maintain clear communication with all of production, clean-up, and fire watch concerning past, present, and future work being performed.
• Ability to adapt and overcome evolving situations.
• Ability to understand root cause of failures and initiative to take corrective actions to repair.
• Ability to analyze breakdowns of equipment and plan the job ensuring that all parts are available and on hand prior to start of job.
• Ability to observe a situation, to correctly diagnose a problem, and to implement corrective action with minimal supervision.
• Perform housekeeping duties after each job is completed or as assigned.
• Ability to operate a personnel-lift.
• Understanding of proper use of hand tools.
• Take ownership and be accountable for all work performed.
• All other job duties as assigned.
  
  

Safety And Environmental

• Maintain a safe, clean, environmentally compliant facility and a work atmosphere conducive to promoting and encouraging safe working behaviours. Take accountability with an understanding of consequences to performing unsafe acts.
• Participate in and promote all safety activities including attending regular safety meetings and proper reporting regarding near miss/hazard recognition.
• Continuous compliance with all team members regarding SLAM card policy with each task being challenged and verified.
• Continuous compliance with all team members regarding LOTOTO policy with each task being challenged and verified with proper lock out and testing.
• Ensure adequate security and protection from hazards (fire etc.)
• Operate the assigned areas in compliance with environmental regulations and other state/federal laws/regulations to ensure compliance.
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Advanced electrical skills required.
• Basic mechanical skills preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must have good organizational and computer skills.
• Willing to attend and complete required training.
• Must be self-motivated and energetic.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Must have great attention to detail.
  
  

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, paid time off and additional voluntary benefits.

PotlatchDeltic is an EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled Employer.