Industrial Electrician

Interfor Corporation; Swainsboro (GA); Hybrid; USD 82,896,000 - 115,590,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

HSA medical plan

401(k) matching plan

PTO & paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Wages advanced access

Job summary

Interfor is seeking an Industrial Electrician in Swainsboro, GA to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize electrical and control systems across our sawmill operations.

The role requires 3+ years in industrial electrical maintenance or a related technical degree, with strong PLC, motor control, and drive system expertise. You’ll work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, following strict lock-out procedures and contributing to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience or a technical degree in a related field.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems, controls, and automation equipment.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical repair and improvement projects throughout the mill.
• Read and understand electrical schematics, equipment drawings, and blueprints.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLCs, AC drives, motors, and other control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues to minimize equipment downtime.
• Adhere to an absolute lock-out policy, ensuring equipment is properly isolated before work begins.
• Effectively manage and plan work assignments with minimal direct supervision.
• Submit work requests and complete work orders detailing work performed, parts used, and time required.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Industrial electrical maintenance

PLCs

Motor controls

Drive systems

Electrical distribution

Schematic reading

Safety awareness

Education

Technical degree

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC hardware

Job description

At Interfor, we’re more than a lumber company. We’re helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day. As an Industrial Electrician in Swainsboro, GA, you’ll serve as a key technical expert responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing the complex electrical and control systems that power our sawmill operation. We’re seeking a highly skilled electrician with strong industrial maintenance experience, advanced diagnostic abilities, and expertise in PLCs, motor controls, drives, instrumentation, and automated manufacturing equipment.

In this role, you’ll leverage your technical knowledge to identify root causes, execute complex repairs, improve system reliability, and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and operational performance. You’ll work alongside a talented maintenance team, tackling challenging electrical issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while helping drive the success of a leading forest products company.

Pay Range & Incentives:

• Pay Range: $28.93 to $40.34 per hour based on skill level and experience.
• $1.25 per hour Night Shift Premium
• Quarterly Gainshare Bonus (performance based)

What You’ll Do

• Perform electrical repair and improvement projects throughout the mill.
• Read and understand electrical schematics, equipment drawings, and blueprints.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), AC drives, motors, and other control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues to minimize equipment downtime.
• Adhere to an absolute lock-out policy, ensuring equipment is properly isolated before work begins.
• Effectively manage and plan work assignments with minimal direct supervision.
• Submit work requests and complete work orders detailing work performed, parts used, and time required.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of 3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience or a technical degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems, controls, and automation equipment.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in varying seasonal climate conditions.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing, sawmill, lumber, or industrial maintenance experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and machinery.
• Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and call-ins as needed.

What We Offer

• Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
• HSA Medical Plan
• 401(k) Matching Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Instant access to your wages ahead of payday

Who We Are

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promotion from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to #StartHereGoFar.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.