Electrical Industrial Technician at Boise Cascade Company – Chester, South Carolina

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today, were one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America- and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our employees are critical to our success, and we're committed to investing in them.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist with installation and repair of plant electrical systems, motors, drives, and controls.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance, including inspections, cleaning, and testing of electrical equipment.
• Support senior electricians in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.
• Learn to read and follow electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Safely use hand tools, meters, and testing equipment.
• Replace fuses, bulbs, wiring, switches, and other basic electrical components.
• Follow all electrical safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE use.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and part replacements.
• Participate in training to develop skills in PLCs, automation, and advanced troubleshooting

General Skills

Demonstrate the ability to properly use the following:

• Fluke Digital Multimeter 87V and all its functions
• Amp Meter
• Megohmmeter
• IR Camera
• Tone and probe kit

Fluid power systems

• Understand the difference between pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Electrical fundamentals

• Demonstrate ability to read electrical schematics and ladder diagrams
• Demonstrate ability to identify proper wire conductors for circuits
• Demonstrate the ability to properly fuse equipment based off OEM ratings
• Can identify all components for a motor control circuit and properly wire the circuit
• Demonstrate ability to determine is a piece of equipment is grounded
• Demonstrate ability to identify and troubleshoot a short circuit AC and DC

Programmable Logic Controllers

• Basic ability to interpret ladder logic of Allen-Bradley PLC’s including
• SLC 500
• PLC 5
• PLC 5000
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate between inputs and outputs
• Input hardware; photo eyes, selector switches, limit switches, auxiliary contacts
• Able to identify and repair devices to get an input current/voltage
• Output hardware: Coils, lights
• Able to identify and repair devices to get an output current/voltage
• Demonstrated ability to identify PLC rack slot positions

Power distribution

• Able to identify all PDC along with upstream and downstream components
• Knowledge of single line drawing and interpretation for troubleshooting

Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED required; Preferably a technical, trade school or electrical program preferred.
• 0–2 years of industrial or commercial electrical experience.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, circuits, and safety practices.
• Ability to read and follow simple diagrams, schematics, and instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment with exposure to heat, dust, and noise.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces if needed.

• Medical + Prescription
• Dental + Vision
• 401(k) retirement Savings
• Life/Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

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