Electrical Technician

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma
• Significant industrial manufacturing maintenance experience required
• Demonstrated electrical and technical aptitude
• Allen Bradley PLC knowledge
• Prior diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance experience
• Experience with AC motor control (including drives)
• Electrical troubleshooting experience

What we offer:

• Base compensation: $36.83–$44.65/hour, depending on experience, plus profit/gain share program
• Comprehensive health plans, wellness programs, gym reimbursement, pet/legal insurance, life insurance options, and more
• Paid maternity/paternity leave, competitive vacation, company/floating holidays
• Retirement planning with generous employer contributions
• Learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement

In this role, you would:

• Conduct installation, maintenance, preventive/predictive maintenance, setup, troubleshooting, and repair of mill machinery
• Provide electrical support for hydraulics, pneumatics, hot oil systems, pumps, fans, and conveyors
• Replace motors (low/high voltage), motor starters, sensors, and variable frequency drives
• Troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs, associated I/O, and control networks
• Maintain mill power distribution (480V–13.8kV)
• Document work in the CMMS
• Promote safe work practices (LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, etc.)

Physical Requirements:

• Move freely throughout the facility, including stairs and ladders
• Bend, stoop, and crouch as necessary
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Perform physical tasks involving lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects
• Stand and walk for extended periods in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise, and varying temperatures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders
• Perform tasks involving bending, stooping, and crouching for equipment inspection and maintenance
• Lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds of force occasionally or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently
• Conduct physical tasks requiring lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects
• Stand and walk for extended periods in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise levels, and varying temperatures

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and temperature variations
• Physical activity, including standing, climbing, and lifting, is required
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory
• May include working irregular hours, such as nights, weekends, and holidays, and being on call for emergencies

About Us : At ARAUCO, we’re more than a global leader in sustainable wood products—we’re a team driven by innovation, environmental stewardship, and strong core values. Committed to responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship, we create products that shape industries and protect the planet. Sustainability is central to everything we do—from responsible forestry to reducing environmental impact, we are dedicated to preserving natural resources for future generations.

Grow your career with purpose and help us shape a better future—one product, one idea, and one team at a time.

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Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization. Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.