Industrial Electrician

Troubleshoot. Repair. Improve. Power Production.

Woodville Pellets is seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to join our Maintenance Team. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving the electrical systems that support our pellet manufacturing operation.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in an industrial environment and possess strong troubleshooting skills involving motors, VFDs, MCCs, PLCs, control systems, and power distribution equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern industrial systems while supporting a growing manufacturing operation.

Why Join Woodville Pellets?

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Overtime Opportunities
• Career Growth & Development
• Safety-Focused Culture
• Stable Manufacturing Environment

What You'll Do

Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems.
• Diagnose electrical failures and equipment malfunctions.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance activities.
• Support equipment reliability initiatives to reduce downtime.
• Assist with startup, commissioning, and testing of new equipment.

Work with equipment including:

• Electric motors
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Control panels and instrumentation
• Power distribution systems
• Industrial automation systems

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all OSHA, NEC, and company safety requirements.
• Support Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, and confined space procedures.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and continuous improvement efforts.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, and Reliability personnel.
• Complete work orders, inspections, and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting production issues to maximize uptime.
• Support plant improvement and optimization projects.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Experience working safely around industrial equipment and electrical systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician License (Texas).
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or industrial electrical training.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting.
• Experience with VFDs, MCCs, motors, and industrial controls.
• Experience in manufacturing, sawmill, pellet mill, paper mill, chemical plant, refinery, or other industrial environments.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Shift Schedule
• Overtime Available
• Holiday and Weekend Coverage as Needed

Working Environment

This position works in an active manufacturing facility and may be exposed to dust, heat, noise, heights, confined spaces, and moving equipment. Candidates must be able to safely perform work while standing, walking, climbing, lifting, and wearing required PPE.