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The Stimson Lumber Comany in Tillamook, Oregon is seeking an Oregon Licensed Electrician that is team-oriented, and possess great problem solving skills. You will execute your role within a group that embrace innovation, continuous improvement and provides educational opportunities to continuously sharpen your professional skills. Our electricians provide high quality results through excellent team work and focused execution.

SCHEDULE:  Sunday through Wednesday: 4:30am-3pm.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide preventive and predictive maintenance of the electrical distribution system
• Interpret drawings, schematics, blueprints, specifications, codes, ordinances and other documentation of equipment and systems within the plant
• Continuously evaluate and analyze electrical quality and safety processes and procedures
• Proactively communicate with departments and outside vendors to ensure proper operation and maintenance of systems and equipment
• Model, implement and comply with company work and safety rules and related industry regulations
• Safely install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems including components of machinery and equipment
• Utilize PLC knowledge/troubleshooting skills to assist in designing and repairing electrical systems
• Identify new approaches or best known methods to foster our continuous improvement mentality

Qualifications and Skills:

• A minimum of 5 years electrician maintenance experience with an Oregon Electrician License (or ability to get one within 6 months)
  • Oregon has reciprocity agreements with: Arkansas, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Montana, Utah, Wyoming.
• Proven experience or expertise in the following technical areas:
  • Tempo sonic linear positions
  • Schematics, understanding and troubleshooting
  • Computer skills, experience with preventive maintenance software preferred
• Understanding of PLC’s with ability to troubleshoot
• Electrical maintenance experience with MCC’s, VFD’s, conveying and hydraulic systems. 
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, blueprints, specifications, codes, ordinances and other documentation of equipment and systems
• Strong understanding of codes and ordinances
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team player and highly self-motivated individual
• Establish and maintain working relationships with maintenance, production, management and outside electrical vendors
• Experienced in implementing safety procedures in the workplace

Benefits:  We are hiring people who are passionate about what they do every day, have a desire to make a difference and thrive in a team environment.

• Competitive pay & pay for performance
• Medical / Dental / Vision Options
• 401(k) with a 6% company match- vested IMMEDIATELY!
• Company Profit Sharing
• Wellness Program with reward incentives
• $350/Month Fuel Allowance to Assist with the cost of commuting!
• Paid Time off & 9 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement, Apprenticeships, Career Development
• Access to company owned land for recreation, including special tag draws
• And much more!

Who is Stimson Lumber?

Stimson Lumber is a leader in the forest products and natural resources industry, with over 650 employees and locations across Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. We have a progressive, forward-thinking culture focusing on the development of our people. Our employees are given the tools and opportunities to maximize their talent to achieve professional and personal goals. We have been a recognized leader in our industry for decades because of our commitment to quality, customer service, and continuous improvement mentality.

Why work at Stimson Lumber?

We hire people who are passionate about what they do every day, have a desire to make a difference and thrive in a team environment. We reward our employees through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and advancement opportunities while being a great place to work. As an equal opportunity employment company, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and those influences upon the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment assessments.

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