Industrial Electrician

Hood Distribution; Waynesboro (MS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Employee assistance program

Dental

Vision

Cancer

Flexible spending account

Life

401k

LTD

Job summary

Hood Lumber in Waynesboro, MS is seeking an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair production equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operation and minimizing downtime at our lumber manufacturing operation.

You will program and troubleshoot VFDs, Allen Bradley software, and PLC systems, inspect machinery for preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement as we build a new sawmill. Shift flexibility and safety adherence are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of three years electrical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Willing to work all shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in hot, noisy environments.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair motor control circuits, valves, relays, drives, and switches.
• Install and maintain conduit and motor wiring.
• Inspect machinery and plan preventive maintenance.
• Program and troubleshoot VFDs, Allen Bradley software, and PLC systems.
• Monitor spare parts and initiate reorders.
• Operate forklifts when required.
• Communicate with coworkers and management on issues.
• Proactively review equipment performance to reduce downtime.

Skills

Independence

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Tools

Allen-Bradley software

PLC systems

VFD programming

Job description

Position at Hood Lumber

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to support electrical maintenance at our Waynesboro, MS lumber manufacturing operation. In this role, you will ensure production equipment remains in safe, reliable working condition while helping minimize downtime and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency. Now is a great time to join our team. We are currently constructing a new, state-of-the-art sawmill, reflecting our continued commitment to operational excellence and long-term growth. As we expand, we are seeking skilled Industrial Electricians who want to grow their careers with a company that values craftsmanship, safety, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely use appropriate tools to repair and maintain production and manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair/replace motor control circuits, pneumatic and hydraulic valves and cylinders, relays, DC and AC drives, limit and proximity switches, and other field devices.
• Install and maintain conduit and motor wiring.
• Inspect machinery and equipment to identify irregularities, malfunctions, and opportunities for preventive maintenance.
• Program and troubleshoot VFDs, Allen Bradley software, and PLC systems.
• Monitor spare parts, electrical supplies, and equipment; initiate reorders as needed.
• Operates forklifts or other rolling stock when required.
• Maintain consistent communication with co-workers and management regarding electrical and maintenance issues.
• Proactively review equipment performance, address issues, and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and operating costs.
• Support and adhere to all safety, health, and environmental policies; respond to repair or modification requests from the Safety Committee or Safety Manager.
• Assist with additional plant operations duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to work independently, take initiative in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.
• Sound problem-solving skills with the ability to recommend effective solutions.

Testing Requirements

• Must successfully complete an electrician maintenance exam and hands-on technical assessment.

Education / Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minium of three years of electrical experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and documentation.
• Willing and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Willing and able to work in a hot, cold, noisy, industrial environment.
• Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to 12 hours per day.
• Willing and able to pull and lift to 50 lbs.

Pay Range: $28.39 - $35.63/per hour

Additional Information

Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, flexible spending account, life, 401k, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment.

• medical
• employee assistance program
• dental
• vision
• cancer
• flexible spending account
• life
• 401k
• LTD

Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of required drug test. If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer