Electrician Level 1

West Fraser; McDavid (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

Competitive starting pay

On-the-job training

Promoting from within

401K with company match

Job summary

West Fraser in McDavid, FL is hiring an Industrial-Manufacturing Electrician Level 1 for our on-site mill. You will join the Electrical Supervisor and support 24/7 operations with PLC programming, wiring, and system upgrades.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years of industrial electrician experience, and a valid driver's license. Overtime and rotating shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years industrial electrician experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and weekends.
• Background check, reference check, physical, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Test electrical systems and circuits with meters for safety.
• Inspect systems for hazards and code compliance.
• Troubleshoot, program, and upgrade PLCs.
• Read and update instrumentation diagrams and schematics.
• Troubleshoot and program AC VFDs; maintain power distribution.
• Work from drawings to install electrical equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors for parts and updates.
• Operate power lift equipment as needed.
• Be available for overtime to support 24/7 operations.

Skills

High School Diploma

Industrial electrician exp

Driver's license

Shift work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

Panelviews/Panelview Plus

PC/PLC programming

Process network systems

Job description

Job Category: Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: ELECT018136

• Posted : October 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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McDavid Sawmill
McDavid, FL 32568, USA

Description

Industrial-Manufacturing Electrician Level 1

McDavid, Florida (32 miles north of Pensacola)

The position is located at the McDavid, FL, sawmill operation and reports directly to the Electrical Supervisor.

What you will do:

• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
• Can troubleshoot, program, and upgrade Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Ability to read, understand, and update instrumentation loop diagrams, E & I drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Able to troubleshoot and program AC variable speed drives. Able to troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade power distribution system, MCC, and switch gears
• Work from sketches, manuals, verbal instructions, and drawings to design, assemble or install electrical equipment within the plant
• Work with vendors to identify any parts needed and make recommendations to the supervisor
• Operate power lift equipment when necessary
• Be willing to work outside scheduled hours as necessary for Mill Production to continue.

What you need to be successful:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must have 3-5 years of verifiable work experience as an Electrician in an Industrial/Manufacturing environment. Preferably in the Industrial Maintenance area.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be willing to work rotating shift and Weekends
• Employer will perform a background check, reference check, physical, and drug screen

A qualified candidate will be experienced with:

• Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
• Allen-Bradley Panelviews and Panelview Plus
• Allen-Bradley Communications – RS232 & Ethernet
• Scanning and Optimization systems within the Lumber Manufacturing Business (Porter, USNR, etc.)
• Process Network Communication Systems and Components - Ethernet & Fiber Optic

What will make you stand out:

• Have good written and verbal communication skills
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required or requested

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to safely lift up to 40lbs individually and up to 75lbs with assistance
• Requires frequent walking, stretching, bending, climbing, and stooping movements
• Must be able to work in a non-air-conditioned environment and around heated equipment
• Must be available to work overtime and be willing to be on-call to support the 24/7 operations

Outstanding benefits package including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)

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