Electrical Controls Technician

Hampton Lumber; Allendale (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton Lumber in Allendale County, South Carolina, is seeking skilled Electrical Technicians to learn and execute commissioning, start‑up, and ongoing preventive maintenance for a modern lumber manufacturing facility.

You will diagnose electrical/PLC issues, collaborate with operations, maintain records, ensure safety, and be willing to work various shifts and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Safety-First Mindset: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to workplace safety
• Integrity: Holds themselves accountable and operates with honesty and professionalism; takes responsibility for their work
• Forward Thinker: Prioritizes preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime, which identifies early signs of wear, failure, or inefficiency; strives for excellence
• Team Player: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals
• Electrical Aptitude: Understanding of electrical systems, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
• PLC experience
• Experience in troubleshooting with Allen‑Bradley
• Wood product experience or start-ups

Responsibilities

• Execute preventative and predictive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Diagnose Electrical/PLC issues and execute timely, effective repairs.
• Collaborate with operations and all team members to improve equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Take full ownership of assigned tasks to Hampton’s maintenance standards
• Willingness to work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed for operations, commissioning, training, or start‑up

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Team player

Forward thinker

Electrical aptitude

Wood product experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Hampton Lumber is a thriving, family-owned company striving to be North America's preferred source for responsibly sourced wood solutions. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we operate ten sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, South Carolina, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and import/export division.

Our mission is to grow, manufacture, and market renewable wood products and deliver innovative solutions for a more sustainable built environment. At Hampton Lumber, we do this through our own operations and those of our affiliates—Trapa Forest Products, Idaho Timber, and RedBuilt. Our tagline, "Find a better way every day," encapsulates our commitment to innovation and improvement across all operations.

We are guided by our core values:

• Safety – Prioritize safety across all operations.
• Integrity & Authenticity – Operate honestly and ethically while preserving our distinctive family-owned brand.
• Responsible Stewardship – Balance and maintain economic, social, and environmental values in everything we do.
• Tenacity – Embrace challenges with grit, determination, and a can‑do spirit.
• Continuous Improvement – Strive to enhance our processes, products, and people.
• Customer Satisfaction – Be nimble, responsive, and solutions‑oriented.
• Community Engagement – Be a responsive, supportive, and respected member of the community.

With over 80 years in the sawmill business, we are proud to have cultivated the knowledge and experience needed to grow and prosper, even in challenging times. We always look to the future and invest in our people, new technologies, and continuous improvement processes and techniques.

This is a unique opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team in a modern facility equipped with the latest lumber‑manufacturing technology. We’re looking for skilled Electrical Technicians to learn and execute the commissioning, start‑up, and continued reliability of a highly focused preventive maintenance program for Hampton Lumber.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventative and predictive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Diagnose Electrical/PLC issues and execute timely, effective repairs.
• Collaborate with operations and all team members to improve equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Take full ownership of assigned tasks to Hampton’s maintenance standards
• Willingness to work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed for operations, commissioning, training, or start‑up

Qualifications

• Safety-First Mindset: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to workplace safety
• Integrity: Holds themselves accountable and operates with honesty and professionalism; takes responsibility for their work
• Forward Thinker: Prioritizes preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime, which identifies early signs of wear, failure, or inefficiency; strives for excellence
• Team Player: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals
• Electrical Aptitude: Understanding of electrical systems, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
• PLC experience
• Experience in troubleshooting with Allen‑Bradley
• Wood product experience or start‑ups

The timber and wood products industry is a vital part of many communities, and we’re excited to bring new opportunities to Allendale County, South Carolina. We are committed to supporting the local workforce, investing in training and development, and being active members of the communities where we operate. Many of our employees have built long, rewarding careers with us, and we look forward to welcoming new team members to our family.