Electrical Maintenance Apprentice (Day Shift)

Koch; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Infertility & Adoption support

Paid time off & holiday pay

Mental Health coverage

Employee discounts

Potential annual bonus

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Trainee for our Rincon, GA facility to develop skills in troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical equipment within a manufacturing setting.

Role involves hands-on work, technical training, and guided learning focused on safety, reliability, and operational excellence, with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and moving machinery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Enrollment in an electrical maintenance, industrial technology, or related program.
• Experience safely using basic hand and power tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on motors, drives, sensors, control panels, and related equipment.
• Support troubleshooting of electrical and control system issues.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Assist with testing electrical circuits, motors, and equipment using appropriate diagnostic tools.
• Learn and follow all electrical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Electrical Safe Work Practices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete assigned documentation.
• Work with mentors and supervisors to complete apprenticeship training requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards in all work areas.

Skills

Hand and power tools use

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Enrollment in an electrical maintenance, industrial technology, or related program

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Trainee for our Rincon, GA facility to develop skills in troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical equipment within a manufacturing setting.

Role involves hands-on work, technical training, and guided learning focused on safety, reliability, and operational excellence, with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and moving machinery.