Electrical Specialist

Radius Recycling, Inc.; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling in McMinnville, Oregon, is seeking an experienced Electrician to maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at Cascade Steel Rolling Mills. The position requires an Oregon Journeyman license and involves both technical support and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will provide training and guidance to Electrical staff while ensuring all installations are code-compliant. This is a critical role within our manufacturing environment, involving both indoor and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an Oregon Journeyman license to apply.
• Preferred candidates should also possess an S-General Electrical Supervisor or Limited Supervising Electrician license.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to Electricians and Apprentices.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and Oregon electrical code.

Education

Oregon Journeyman license

S-General Electrical Supervisor or Limited Supervising Electrician license preferred

Job description

General Position Summary & Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, and installation of electrical systems and equipment in Cascade Steel Rolling Mills (Mill), while providing technical guidance on assigned work and supporting code-compliant electrical installations.

Essential Functions

• Supplement the activities of Electricians and Electrical Apprentices by providing day‑to‑day technical guidance and direction on assigned work.
• Support the Electrical Supervisor and Electrical Manager in coordinating electrical maintenance and installation activities.
• Provide support in maintenance and repair work for electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and Oregon electrical code.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues in a timely manner to support safe and efficient operations.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance of electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical work, including maintenance logs and reports, as well as compliance and installation documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to support production and minimize downtime.
• Provide training and guidance to electrical staff.
• Assist in the development and implementation of electrical projects and upgrades.
• Work with planner to monitor inventory levels of electrical supplies and order as needed.
• Be available after hours to be called in for troubleshooting or safety related reasons.
• Authorize and ensure all new services/equipment are done under Oregon electrical code.
• Log all new installations including any new circuits and submit to the county electrical inspection department.
• With support from Manager and Supervisor ensure that any changes to electrical code are followed and adjust working practices.
• Review and support modifications to electrical installations to maintain compliance and operational reliability.

Internal Control Responsibilities

Supports the Company’s Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures and controls to better relate to the business. Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports, but provides technical guidance and work direction to Electricians and Electrical Apprentices and may exercise delegated authority related to code compliance, installation review, and signing responsibilities, as assigned.

Job Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing environment within the Rolling Mill and Steel Plant. The worker will be subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, including plant conditions in production areas. PPE is required and will be provided as necessary.

Physical Activities Required To Perform Essential Functions

This position requires the ability to frequently climb stairs and ladders, stand, and walk within a warehouse environment that may include uneven surfaces. It may occasionally require the ability to exert force or to push/pull up to 30 pounds, and/or to lift/carry up to 30 pounds. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and pushing, pulling, or lifting items occur occasionally, while reaching, grasping, sitting at a desk, and performing repetitive hand and wrist motions for keyboarding and other office tasks are continual requirements. Hearing is continually required to listen and understand conversations both in person and over the phone, and vision is continually needed to read and view computer monitors, data, and text.

Qualifications

• Oregon Journeyman license
• S-General Electrical Supervisor or Limited Supervising Electrician license preferred

All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Radius Recycling participates in E-Verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post‑offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non‑union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.