Electrician - Kettle Falls Lumber

Boise Cascade Company; Kettle Falls (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Prescription Drug

401(k) Retirement Savings

Job summary

A leading wood products manufacturer in Kettle Falls is seeking an experienced industrial electrician to troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems in the lumber mill. The ideal candidate will be capable of installing and repairing various electrical components, ensuring safety and compliance. Benefits include medical coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan starting on the first day of employment. Shift work and passing a background check are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate capability as an industrial electrician or equivalent formal education.
• Must be able to work shift work.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical equipment throughout the lumber mill.
• Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components.
• Plan the layout of electrical systems that show the location of wiring and equipment.
• Install control and distribution apparatus, connecting power cables to equipment, and installing grounding leads.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical safety and compatibility of components.
• Observe installations to detect hazards or needed adjustments, relocations, or replacements.
• Plan layouts showing wiring locations and equipment per blueprints.

Skills

Electrical trades experience in an industrial environment

PLC troubleshooting

VFD troubleshooting

Education

Journeyman Card or Electrical Degree

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

VFD troubleshooting

Job description

WA-WP KF Lumber
610 W 3rd Ave
Kettle Falls, WA 99141, USA

• Troubleshoot electrical equipment throughout the lumber mill.
• Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.
• Measure, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing electrical conduit.
• Pull wire through conduit, splicing wires, and connecting wires to lighting fixtures or equipment.
• Install control and distribution apparatus, connecting power cables to equipment, and installing grounding leads.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components.
• Observe installations to detect hazards or items that need adjustment, relocation, or replacement.
• Plan the layout of electrical systems that show the location of wiring and equipment (or following blueprints that show this information).
• Will support other maintenance functions.
• Must support company/region policies.

Compensation:

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be able to demonstrate capability as an industrial electrician or equivalent formal education.
• Must be able to work shift work.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, drug screen and physical.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical trades experience in an industrial environment.
• PLC troubleshooting or programming
• VFD troubleshooting or programming
• Journeyman Card or Electrical Degree

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we’re one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America, and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. We are committed to investing in them, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it Total Rewards. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• 401(k) Retirement Savings

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