Electrician

Kids for the Future; Spanaway (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainier Veneer in Spanaway, WA seeks an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to maintain and improve production line efficiency through electrical and mechanical support. Swing or Graveyard shifts with day training during onboarding.

The role installs, services, and repairs premise wiring on production lines; troubleshoots PLCs and VFDs; collaborates with millwrights; performs preventive maintenance; supports hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyors, and rolling stock; maintains records and inventory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong skills in electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Hands-on experience with PLC diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Capable of standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Willing and able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments with varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair all premise wiring on production lines.
• Troubleshoot computer systems associated with the production lines.
• Work with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
• Collaborate with millwrights on troubleshooting and emergency maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain service records for machinery.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC diagnostics

VFDs

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Industrial maintenance

Job description

• Base Pay $45.00 - $50.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Industrial Maintenance Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving production line efficiency through electrical and mechanical support.

Work Schedule: Swing or Graveyard

Training Schedule: You will initially work on day shift while completing on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair all premise wiring and electrical on production lines.
• Troubleshoot computer systems associated with the production lines.
• Possess working knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
• Collaborate with millwrights on troubleshooting and emergency maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain accurate service records for all machinery.
• Assist millwrights with cutting, welding, steel fabrication, and equipment installation/removal.
• Support plumbing, carpentry, and general facility maintenance as needed.
• Repair, service and install hydraulic systems, conveyor and power transmission systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Work with vendors to order parts and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Maintain and repair all mobile and rolling stock.
• Perform general clean-up and ensure a safe, organized work environment.
• Troubleshoot and repair all facets of production lines and associated equipment.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong skills in electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Hands-on experience with PLC diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Capable of standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Willing and able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Prior background in wood manufacturing is strongly preferred, though not required.

The environment can be loud, dusty, hot, or cold depending on seasonal conditions. We are fast-paced and team-driven, where dedication, reliability, and strong collaboration are essential to success.

The Company:

Rainier Veneer is a softwood veneer plant, founded in 1992. We are one of the largest softwood veneer manufacturing companies on the west coast. In 2008, we expanded our operations by creating Rainier Fiber to produce premium wood fiber mulch from veneer byproducts for hydro-seeding and erosion control.