Electrician

Robbins Lumber, Inc.; Searsmont (ME); On-site; USD 68,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Stable employment

Skills training

Team environment

Job summary

Robbins Lumber, Inc. in Maine is seeking an experienced Electrician to join our maintenance team at the sawmill. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems across industrial equipment, with emphasis on motors, VFDs, PLCs, and sensor networks.

Join a safety‑conscious, team‑oriented environment that offers competitive wages, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. The role requires hands‑on work in a demanding manufacturing setting and a commitment to downtime

Qualifications

• Previous industrial electrical experience preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing or sawmill equipment is a plus.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and control systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems throughout the sawmill.
• Diagnose electrical problems with motors, controls, sensors, VFDs, PLCs, and other industrial equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and machinery.
• Install and maintain electrical wiring, conduit, panels, switches, and related components.
• Respond to electrical equipment breakdowns and production-related issues.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Work closely with the maintenance and production teams to identify and correct equipment problems.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, automation projects, and other electrical projects.
• Help identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all Robbins Lumber safety procedures.
• Perform other maintenance duties as needed.

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

PLC/Automation

Team collaboration

Tools

PLC programming

Industrial controls

Job description

Description

Robbins Lumber Company is looking for an experienced Electrician to join our maintenance team.

As a premier manufacturer of Eastern White Pine, our operation depends on reliable, well-maintained electrical and automated equipment. We are looking for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, solving problems, and keeping equipment running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have industrial electrical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a willingness to work hands‑on in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems throughout the sawmill.
• Diagnose electrical problems with motors, controls, sensors, VFDs, PLCs, and other industrial equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and machinery.
• Install and maintain electrical wiring, conduit, panels, switches, and related components.
• Respond to electrical equipment breakdowns and production-related issues.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Work closely with the maintenance and production teams to identify and correct equipment problems.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, automation projects, and other electrical projects.
• Help identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all Robbins Lumber safety procedures.
• Perform other maintenance duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial electrical experience preferred.
• Experience working with manufacturing or sawmill equipment is a plus.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and control systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• PLC and automation experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment beyond electrical issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Commitment to working safely around heavy machinery and moving equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and/or respond to occasional after‑hours maintenance needs.

Why Robbins Lumber?

At Robbins Lumber Company, our people are an important part of keeping our mill operating safely and efficiently. This is an opportunity to become part of an experienced maintenance team and work with a variety of modern industrial equipment and electrical systems.

We offer:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Opportunities for overtime
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off
• Stable, year-round employment
• Training and opportunities to expand your skills
• A team-oriented work environment

Pay range potential over career $67,621 - $117,797 annually.

Pay will be dependent upon experience.

Join the Robbins Lumber team and put your electrical skills to work in a challenging and rewarding manufacturing environment.