Industrial Electrician (Lumberton)

Idaho Forest Group; Lumberton (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group is seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems in our facilities. The role focuses on preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of industrial electrical equipment, PLC-controlled machinery, and automation networks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED with formal electrical training and be willing to work overtime and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED with formal electrical training or equivalent.
• Experience with industrial electrical maintenance, PLCs, and control systems preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to work overtime and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose failures in motors, MCCs, VFDs, instrumentation, sensors, and control circuits.
• Install, modify, commission, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain electrical equipment.
• Read, interpret, and update electrical schematics and drawings.
• Utilize multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, process meters, loop calibrators, and clamp meters.
• Perform electrical calculations using Ohm's Law.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and machine automation systems.
• Diagnose PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, VFDs, servo systems, and safety circuits.
• Modify PLC/HMI programs as required.
• Assist with commissioning new equipment and continuous improvement projects.
• Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns.
• Perform machine calibrations.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Technicians and Millwrights.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment safely.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Safety commitment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal electrical education, apprenticeship, NCCER, military training, or equivalent

Tools

Rockwell Automation Studio 5000

Rockwell FactoryTalk View

RSLogix

CCW

Yaskawa DriveWizard

Drive Explorer

ABB robotics

Fanuc robotics

Delta motion controllers

Job description

Essential Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Perform all work in accordance with company safety policies, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Lockout/Tagout procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA, and company electrical standards.
• Promote a safe working environment and properly document completed work.

Electrical Maintenance

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose failures in motors, MCCs, VFDs, instrumentation, sensors, and control circuits.
• Install, modify, commission, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain electrical equipment.
• Read, interpret, and update electrical schematics and drawings.
• Utilize multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, process meters, loop calibrators, and clamp meters.
• Perform electrical calculations using Ohm's Law.

Automation & Controls

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and machine automation systems.
• Diagnose PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, VFDs, servo systems, and safety circuits.
• Modify PLC/HMI programs as required.
• Assist with commissioning new equipment and continuous improvement projects.

Equipment Support

• Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns.
• Perform machine calibrations.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Technicians and Millwrights.
• Operate forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other mobile equipment safely.
• Complete work orders accurately and on time.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Formal electrical education, apprenticeship, NCCER, military training, or equivalent industrial experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, RSLogix, CCW)
• Yaskawa DriveWizard
• Drive Explorer
• ABB and Fanuc robotics
• Delta motion controllers
• Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting
• Analog/digital instrumentation and calibration
• Servo systems and motion control
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and three-phase power.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and in hot, cold, dusty, and noisy manufacturing environments. Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, vibrations, and airborne particles (sawdust).

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

As a condition of employment, Idaho Forest Group requires employees to complete a variety of pre-employment screening processes which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, hair follicle drug and substance test, reference check, prior work verification, driving history (MVR), education verification, aptitude/skills testing, and credit checks. The depth of screening will vary based on the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law. If you are an individual with disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 601-688-5040 and/or [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.