Electrician

Kronospan; La Grande (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities with Kronospan

Company-paid life and disability plans

401(k) retirement plan with company-mt

Paid time off including generous paid休

KronoAcademy training opportunities

Uniform & tool reimbursement

Job summary

Kronospan in La Grande, Oregon is seeking an experienced electrician to perform repairs, preventive/predictive maintenance, testing, and process improvements on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Overtime and shift coverage may be required to keep operations running smoothly.

The role relies on knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles to troubleshoot malfunctions and restore operation.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician's license is required.
• Excellent attendance record and strong work ethic.
• Problem-solving mindset for manufacturing settings.
• Advanced experience with power tools, measuring devices and hand tools.
• Experience with preventive maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work with others to solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, architectural and mechanical diagrams.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive/predictive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Test, troubleshoot and improve processes to restore and enhance operation.
• Fill in for shift absences and work overtime as needed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading diagrams

Team collaboration

Independent work

Tools & measurement

Education

Journeyman Electrician's license

Tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Hand tools

Job description

Company Description

Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state‑of‑the‑art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco‑friendly. We are worldwide and we are American made. We are Kronospan.

Job Description

The purpose of the electrician's position is to perform repairs, preventive/predictive maintenance, testing, and process improvements on all mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and systems. The electrician must rely on their knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles to troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment and systems and to repair and restore operation. The associate in this position will be expected to work overtime as needed and to fill in for absences on shift as needed. This position is located in La Grande, Oregon.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician's license.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Demonstrated high energy level, strong work ethic, and positive approach to problem solving.
• Advanced experience using power tools, measuring devices, and other hand tools.
• Experience in performing advanced preventive maintenance procedures.
• The ability to work with others in identifying and solving complex manufacturing problems.
• The ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical, architectural, and mechanical diagrams, drawings, and specifications.
• Advanced knowledge of procedures to test for, locate, and repair electrical malfunctions.
• Experience in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, electrical (incl. power supplies, motor drives, & transformers), electronic (incl. programmable and numeral controls), and pneumatic equipment and systems.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Advanced knowledge of wood panel production processes.
• 3 years experience as an electrician in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience in maintaining compliance with local and national electrical code.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products.
• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world.
• A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company‑paid life and short/long‑term disability plans.
• Supplemental life, critical illness, and accident plans for you and your family.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days.
• “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy.
• Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company‑provided tools.

Application Materials

• A cover letter and your resume, highlighting your education, experience, and skills.