Industrial Electrician – Swing Shift (PLC & Lean)

Vaagen Brothers Lumber Co Inc; Usk (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Vaagen Brothers Lumber Co Inc is seeking an Electrician for the swing shift in Usk, WA. The role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing plant facilities and production equipment with emphasis on safety and productivity.

Required wiring diagrams understanding, preventive maintenance, and experience with Allen Bradley PLC/Logix 5000. Lean practices and teamwork are valued in a safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read wiring schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with electrical maintenance in a plant environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and LOTO.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand wiring schematics and blueprints.
• Assist in preventative maintenance of all equipment.
• Experienced with Allen Bradley PLC and Logix 5000.
• Understand motor theory.
• Familiar with 4-20 mA instrumentation, servo systems, positioning systems and assorted feedback devices.
• Understand standard control circuit wiring and troubleshooting.
• Know, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out procedures.
• Entry level laborer sawmill duties, including stacking boards, cleanup, waste removal, and tending machines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Ensure tools, supplies, and equipment are in their home locations.
• Maintain lines of communication with other team members.
• Learning and applying lean business practices.
• Fill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC

Logix 5000

4-20 mA instrumentation

Servo systems

Schematic reading

Education

Electrical certification or degree

Job description

Vaagen Brothers Lumber Co Inc is seeking an Electrician for the swing shift in Usk, WA. The role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing plant facilities and production equipment with emphasis on safety and productivity.

Required wiring diagrams understanding, preventive maintenance, and experience with Allen Bradley PLC/Logix 5000. Lean practices and teamwork are valued in a safety‑conscious environment.