Electrical Maintenance Technician

About the role

Georgia-Pacific's Medium Density Fiberboard plant in Mt Jewett, PA is hosting an 'Open House' on Wednesday, July 29 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. This isn't just a job; it's the beginning of a career. We're seeking individuals who are hungry for growth and advancement opportunities within an organization.

Opportunities for Growth

We value dedication and commitment, this role is eligible for a retention bonus after successful completion of a 90-day probationary period and at 1 year of employment, paid as a percentage of earnings. Variable Pay: In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay, provided as a monetary bonus, based on performance metrics and production targets. Competitive Benefits Package: As part of Koch Industries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and much more.

What You Will Do

Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and circuits
Maintain, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and components on pneumatic systems, control devices, and hydraulic equipment
Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and install equipment
Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a trade school degree in the Electrical or Electronics field
Two or more years’ experience in Industrial Electrical work
Experience installing, examining, replacing, or repairing Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and motor controllers
Experience with running conduit and installing electrical infrastructure to code
Experience using Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Controls; identifying major components, wiring input/output cards, and reading basic ladder logic diagrams