Electrician

Southeastern Timber Products; Ackerman (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K benefits

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Sick leave and holiday time

Opportunities for development and advancement

Job summary

A leading timber production company in Ackerman, MS is seeking qualified Industrial Electricians. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills, electrical systems knowledge, and a minimum of 2 years of experience. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, interpreting schematics, and troubleshooting with PLCs. You will work in a team-oriented environment and receive competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an Industrial electrician or similar job.
• Knowledge of industrial machinery and electrical systems.
• Ability to work in a flexible schedule, current is 4 on 4 off.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical devices and components.
• Interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Install and replace electrical equipment, VFDs, and motor starters.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent qualification

Tools

Multimeter

Mega Meter

Basic computer skills

Job description

Overview

Southeastern Timber Products, Ackerman, MS

Southeastern Timber Products is searching for talented and qualified Industrial electricians who have proven experience with industrial electrical systems and repairs. This role would require the personnel to be responsible for preventive maintenance, electrical device’s/component’s repair, understanding electrical schematics / drawings, interpreting blueprints, installing/replacing electrical equipment including but not limited to VFD’s, motor starters and Field devices/Photo Eyes, troubleshooting machine breakdowns using Allen Bradley PLC, assisting mill rights when needed etc.

The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of Low and High voltage circuits ranging from 24VDC to 480VAC, Basic PLC knowledge and navigation skills, Strong troubleshooting skills including hardwired electrical circuits as well as PLC based, very good communication skills, self-motivated individual who always keeps safety first.

Southeastern Timber Products started in 1972 and has been in business for over 50 years. We’re growing and now is an exciting time to join us!

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Industrial electrician or similar job.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial machinery.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent mathematical skills.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must be able to work Flexible schedule. Current schedule is 4 on 4 off swing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work history in a sawmill or wood product manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer knowledge using, word, excel, outlook and teams.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills are a plus.
• Experience with computerized maintenance software systems for work order processing and spare parts.
• Knowledgeable use of Multimeter and Mega Meter instruments for troubleshooting and testing electrical components.

What’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with a dynamic group of people, in a team-oriented environment.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to a 401K.
• You’ll have sick leave and holiday time so you can focus onyour health and time with loved ones.
• You’ll have access to a flexible spending account (FSA).
• You’ll be supported with opportunities for development and advancement.

If this position sounds like a fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today at www.setimbercareers.com or stop by in person to fill out an application.

About Ackerman

With approximately 1,700 people, the town of Ackerman was chartered on February 16, 1884 and named for the president of the railroad, William K. Ackerman. Located 110 miles Northeast from Jackson, MS, Ackerman has been the County Seat of Choctaw County since 1896. The town is located near the headwaters of the Yockanookany River, a tributary of the Pearl River. Also, nearby is the Tombigbee National Forest, which offers an abundance of recreational activities including, hiking, biking, boating, and camping. The city of Starkville, home of Mississippi State University and a variety of stores, restaurants and activities, is just a quick and easy 30-minute commute away.

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