Becoming an electrician in Klamath Falls, Oregon, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a robust job growth projection of 6% from 2022 to 2032. In Klamath Falls, the average wage for electricians is approximately $1,180 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,325 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Position Summary: The Electrical HB Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the electrical and control systems within, and in support of, the hardboard facility. This position supervises the facility’s electricians to ensure the team’s work on electrical, instrument, and computer systems supports optimal operations. Duties/Responsibilities: • Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards. • Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems occurring during manufacturing processes. • Supervise the installation, service, repair, and replacement of electrical systems, motors, and electrical control devices. • Supervise the operation of PLCs, HMIs, and network communications to optimize operations. • Monitor the operation of electrical equipment and systems to minimize unplanned downtime and identify opportunities for improving systems. • Ensure the work of the electrical team is in accordance with relevant codes. • Train, develop, support, and oversee electrical apprentices to ensure successful achievement of earning electrical license. • Responsible for the verification of the proper completion of work performed by electrical apprentices. • Communicate effectively and establish relationships with the maintenance team, apprentice electricians, and outside contractors. • Participate in capital project design, installation, and startup. • Maintain the working relationship with the bargaining unit by following the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. • Perform additional duties as required by supervisor. • On-site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities. • Occasional travel may be required. Supervisory Responsibilities: • Manage the electrical team. • Responsible for performance management of direct reports in accordance with company values, objectives, and policies. • Provide mentoring, coaching, training, and support consistent with developing and sustaining a high-performing and accountable team. Required Skills and Abilities: • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively lead a team. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills; ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions to complex problems. • Excellent time-management and organizational skills. • Ability to work variable hours depending on the needs of the facility. • Ability to follow all company, state and federal safety rules when performing required job duties. • Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screening. • Provide basic tools to perform routine electrical activities. Education and Experience: Possession of an Oregon Supervising Electrician license is preferred, or the candidate must obtain the license within one year of employment. Environmental Conditions: May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and variable temperatures and weather conditions. Required Personal Protective Equipment: Individuals must be willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Positions may require additional PPE at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, foot protection, and a face shield. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Application Question(s): • Are you a US Citizen? • Are you a green card holder? • What is your current location? • What is your salary expectation per year? Experience: • Supervise the operation of PLCs, HMIs: 3 years (Preferred) • Supervise the installation, service, repair, etc: 3 years (Preferred) • Electrical supervising: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • Oregon Electrical Supervising (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: • Klamath Falls, OR 97601: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Columbia Forest Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia’s decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork and commercial fixtures. We are a leader in sustainable forestry practices and green manufacturing technology. Our Core Values we take pride in: Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success and Absolute Integrity. Qualifications: • Valid State of Oregon Manufacturing Plant or General Journeyman license required (will consider individuals with a license from a reciprocating state (AR, ID, ME, MT, UT, or WY). • Own tools, able to read and understand blueprints. • Two years of industrial manufacturing or military experience; knowledge of OSHA and State regulations Experience with controls • -PLC, VFD • Available to work all shifts, holidays, weekends We offer: • $36.00 to $43.58/hour DOQ and monthly bonus potential • Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits • 100% company paid ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan); optional 401(k) • Career development and tuition assistance • Paid holidays and time off • Employee recognition and caring programs This position is responsible to design, construct, repair, and maintain our electrical systems so they may operate at peak performance. If you share our core values and have the qualifications above, we want to hear from you. Equal Opportunity Employer Experience Preferred • Demonstrated safety performance • History of great attendance Education Preferred • Technical/other training or better • High School or better Skills Preferred • Can rotate and cross train job duties • Can add, subtract, mulitp • Quality Focused • Follows Detailed Instructions • Problem Solving Skills • Ability to read a tape measure • Basic computer literacy Behaviors Required • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Preferred • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Motivations Preferred • Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
See More Details >>About the Role This position involves meeting with new or existing customers, documenting correspondence and work assignments per Customer Guarantees procedures, preparing right-of-way easements, making field surveys, processing crossing permits and designs expenditure requisitions with supporting documentation.
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