Industrial Electricians earn from $39.79 to $43.78 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. Currently, we are seeking a qualified Industrial Electrician to perform building and maintenance electrical work at our sawmill in Shelton, Washington. The Industrial Electrician will perform all regular electrician duties at a high level of competence and will additionally perform hands-on programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of advanced control systems. About the Position • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in manufacturing facility • Maintain all components required to control machinery, including switches, sensors, programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, and operate interface units • Recognize and effectively identify hazards and correct electrical defects • Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical systems and equipment • Inspect and maintain motors, switches, junction boxes, switch panels, circuit breakers, transformers, fuse panels, and lighting • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical installations • Install electrical conduit and pull wire • Maintain efficiency and safety of all plant electrical circuits, assembles, and equipment • Troubleshoot and install encoders, linear transducers, vision systems, and other advanced sensors • Identify and help implement process improvements to optimize performance and production • Effectively troubleshoot issues for best resolution while staying calm in stressful situations • Communicate effectively, comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written instructions • Perform general maintenance in a safe and efficient manner and maintain a clean work area • Work may consist of overtime during busy production times Qualifications • 2 years' recent verifiable related work history or equivalent education • Understanding of industrial electrical safety, MCCs, three-phase power, running conduit, lighting, electrical, and hydraulic systems required • Familiarity with programmable logic controllers and their programming, preferable • Read and understand blueprints and circuit diagrams Why Join Our Team? Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance. How to Apply If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please apply in person Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm, or send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to: Sierra Pacific Industries 421 South Front St Shelton, WA 98584 (360) 427-8206 or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team. We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come. Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants. We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
See More Details >>About the position The Relay Technician position at Mason PUD 3 involves the construction, maintenance, and repair of substation equipment and related systems. The role requires a strong focus on customer service and technical expertise in electrical systems, particularly in relay and control devices. The technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, testing, and ensuring the integrity of electrical operations within substations, while also providing technical training to utility personnel. Responsibilities • Installs or modifies control settings with computer software or manual adjustment to relays and regulator control panels. , • Connects test apparatus for performance tests or troubleshooting troubled relay circuits. , • Analyzes test results and interprets electrical diagrams to locate defective relay control devices. , • Opens and closes switches to isolate defective relay and makes adjustments or removes relay for repair. , • Tests circuit and equipment to evaluate settings, timing functions, I/O functions, communication, and other factors affecting relay function. , • Analyzes test data to determine performance characteristics of relays and the effect of system modifications on relay performance. , • Prepares reports of work performed on relays. , • Constructs and maintains substation steel structures, foundations, bus structures, and busses. , • Installs and maintains electrical equipment used in the operation of stations including switchboards, relays, and recloser control panels. , • Performs a variety of tests related to the maintenance and repair of substation functions and associated electrical transmission and distribution systems. , • Performs final in-service tests after equipment energization, ensuring proper equipment operation and system integrity. , • Prepares and maintains testing and repair reports and records as required. , • Performs substation switching and related activities as required. , • Wires, programs, installs, and removes substation meters as required. , • Backs up and assists transformer shop mechanic with equipment prep and painting, transformer testing, and spill cleanup. , • Troubleshoots and maintains relay and control wiring. , • Inspects and maintains regulators, reclosers, sectionalizers, and related equipment. , • Inspects PUD substations as required, including preparation of monthly substation inspection reports. , • Presents technical training related to substations for utility personnel as required. Requirements • Journeyman Wireman status recognized by the district and the I.B.E.W. , • Successfully completed relay technician training. , • Extensive knowledge of electrical maintenance, construction practices, standards, and electrical theory as applied to transmission and distribution systems. , • Ability to read, interpret, revise, and work from blueprints, system maps, work sketches, relay, and circuit diagrams. , • Demonstrative ability to problem solve and follow and understand oral and written instructions with little or no supervision. , • Working knowledge of Washington State Electrical Workers Safety Rules and Regulations. , • Valid Washington State Class 'A' commercial driver's license and a good driving record. , • Valid First Aid/ CPR card. Nice-to-haves • Ability to work with electronic devices such as iPads. , • Excellent human relations skills as a representative of the PUD. Benefits • Medical insurance , • Dental insurance , • Vision insurance , • Vacation , • Retirement plan
See More Details >>We are looking for partners in the Shelton, WA area to do electrical contracting jobs.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Shelton, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 6,900 electricians in Washington, with Shelton offering a robust environment for electrical trade professionals. The average wage for electricians in Shelton, WA, is approximately $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $50,000 annually. Trade schools, local unions, and various platforms assist aspiring electricians in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
