Industrial Electrical Technician - PLC & Maintenance Pro

Flint Hills Resources; Gurdon (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Technician for our Lumber facility in Gurdon, Arkansas. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing electrical control systems to maximize uptime and support production goals.

Ideal candidates have experience with 3‑phase systems, PLCs, and electrical schematics, and can work across shifts in a safety‑driven environment. This is an hourly, skilled technician position with a strong emphasis on reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience with 3‑phase 480‑V electrical systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repair of electrical controls and instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics/blueprints.
• Familiarity with PLCs and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical control systems, instrumentation, and motor controls.
• Install and modify industrial electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on hydraulic and pneumatic systems as part of integrated machinery.
• Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Adhere to safety rules and PPE requirements, including glasses, hearing protection, and boots.
• Be willing to work varying shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Skills

3 phase 480-volt systems

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Computer literacy

Education

2 years accredited electrical training program

Arkansas Electrical Journeyman license or equivalent military experience

Tools

None

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Technician for our Lumber facility in Gurdon, Arkansas. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing electrical control systems to maximize uptime and support production goals.

Ideal candidates have experience with 3‑phase systems, PLCs, and electrical schematics, and can work across shifts in a safety‑driven environment. This is an hourly, skilled technician position with a strong emphasis on reliability and teamwork.