Electrician Russellville, AR This role offers a challenging, diverse and exciting opportunity to become part of our Maintenance team. In general, all Electrician roles are required to repair, install, replace, program, and test all electrical circuits, and equipment. Periodically perform or assist others in routine to moderately complex repairs or installation of automatic electrical and electronic controls. What you will do: • Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment • Responsible for the repair, modification, and maintenance of a variety of electrical and electronic equipment • Perform tasks like wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic devices • Performs test reading using several different instruments, including multi-meter and Megger. • Remain current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending classes as needed. • Work rotating shifts, which includes nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled or required. • Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment and completing all required training. • Other duties as assigned What you need to be successful: • High School Diploma or GED • Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills • Background in Electrical fundamentals • Must have knowledge in 3 phase and single-phase power distribution systems, motor controls, wiring, and troubleshooting of such systems. • Experience with 480-volt power and logic circuits • Strong computer, math, analytical, and planning skills • Must be able to understand and follow electrical schematics proficiently without supervision • Familiar with machine control systems • Ability to troubleshoot (complex) machine control systems • Identify the features and functions of controllers • Describe and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers • Identify the signal path through a control circuit • A combination of higher education and experience will be taken into consideration • Eligible to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship • Willing and able to work a schedule which will include nights, weekends, and holidays • Willing and able to work on an emergency call-in basis when required • Ability to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team • Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills • Consistent, predictable attendance What will make you stand out: • VFD drives experience • PLC Experience • Able to interpret PLC logic as it relates to its application to process and equipment for troubleshooting purposes Outstanding benefits package including: • Competitive starting pay • Benefits starting Day 1 • On-the-job training • A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within • Medical • Dental • 401k with company match • Life Insurance • Disability Insurance • Paid vacations and holidays • Wellness Incentives • Employee Referral Program • Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities. Apply: If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/careers. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please. West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us. West Fraser is a growing company that believes strongly in promoting from within and prides itself on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic. West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace
See More Details >>Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Performs preventive maintenance, analyses, maintenance and repairs to all electrical and mechanical equipment and controls in a production environment. Works on a 12 hour or 8 hour rotating shift. DESCRIPTION OF TASKS: Performs electrical troubleshooting and repairs. 50% Receives work orders from supervisor or gets breakdown information from production lead person. Troubleshoots electrical problems using manufacturers schematics and manuals. Uses ammeters, ohmmeters, thermocouple calibrator or other equipment to repair. Replaces printed circuit boards. Assists the equipment support person as needed with electrical repairs of the support equipment. Performs some building electrical maintenance such as installing lights, outlets and troubleshooting small electrical dysfunctions. Maintains building heating and cooling systems. Programs and troubleshoots PLCs. Troubleshoots and repairs touchscreens. Performs mechanical troubleshooting and repairs. 25% Changes out gearboxes and motors. May make repairs to motors and gear boxes such as changing bearings, wireing repair, etc. Tears down extruders to repair. Assists production to change out polish or finish rolls. Cleans, sand blasts and flushes the rolls as needed for production. May assist the tooling employee with change overs for production changes. May tear down the dies and clean as needed. Changes grease injectors, bushings, bearings etc on trim presses. Changes pneumatic cylinders. Our Expectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: • Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team • Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation • Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns • The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. Benefits When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes: • Medical, dental and vision plans • Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees • Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location • Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account • Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available • Paid Parental Leave • Retirement Savings Plan with company match • Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval) • Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
See More Details >>Announcement Type USAJOBS Locations (City, State) Russellville, AR Position Overview/Duties About the Position: This position is for a Power Plant Senior Electrician, WB with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock, Operations Division, Hydropower Support Branch, located in Russellville, AR. This is a Bargaining Unit Position.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Russellville, AR, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines 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 average wage for electricians in Russellville is approximately $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $120,000 annually. Trade schools, local unions, and various training platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
