Journeyman Electrician

Weyerhaeuser, in Cottage Grove, OR, has an immediate opening for a licensed Plant Journeyman Electrician for our Cottage Grove Lumber facility. This position is union, pay is $ 39.99 an ho ur with full benefits.

LEARNING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT IS IMPORTANT AT COTTAGE GROVE LUMBER! Trainings on site and off site: PLC, motion controllers, scanning optimization systems, PLC, Variable Frequency Drives, Motion Controllers, and Scanning Optimization Systems, full electrical lab, experienced and knowledgeable journeymen

• Repair and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems
• Complete preventative maintenance responsibilities
• Support goals and objectives of the maintenance team, such as up-time
• Perform basic PLC troubleshooting

Must be able to acquire licensing in the state of Oregon within six months of hire date. Licensing fees paid by Weyerhaeuser. Oregon only recognizes licenses in the following states: Arkansas, Idaho, Maine, Montana, Utah, Wyoming

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT – 24/7 OPERATION. NO ROTATING SHIFTS. OVERTIME UPON REQUEST.

• Wear all safety equipment and obey all safety rules
• Participate in safety initiatives, including exhibiting safe work practices and helping others work safely
• Be at least 18
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be able to work all shifts, including nights, holidays, and overtime
• Be able to perform labor-intensive work
• Be able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, work from heights, and in confined/restricted areas
• Be able to lift 2-20 pounds regularly, climb steps and ladders, and stand or work from 2-3 hours at a time, up to 13 hours
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and physical
• Submit a resume
• Be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrate working knowledge of industrial electrical issues
• Licensed by the State of Oregon

Ideal Candidates:

• Have advanced PLC knowledge
• Have wood products experience
• Have 2 years of experience in industrial electrical work in a manufacturing or industrial facility

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

About Wood Products:

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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