Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME)

Columbia Forest Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia’s decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork and commercial fixtures. We are a leader in sustainable forestry practices and green manufacturing technology. Our Core Values we take pride in: Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success and Absolute Integrity.

An Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) maintains, repairs, and replaces electrical systems (<600 volts) in industrial plants, commercial buildings, or governmental premises. Key duties include troubleshooting motors, controls, and lighting, ensuring compliance with Oregon Electrical Specialty Code (OESC), and performing preventative maintenance to keep facilities operational.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Electrical Maintenance: Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electrical wiring, switches, receptacles, light fixtures, ballasts, and motors.
• Control Systems: Install and maintain motor control equipment, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all work meets NEC (National Electrical Code) and OESC standards, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections, testing, and upkeep of machinery to prevent failures.
• Documentation: Maintain work orders, documentation, and records of repairs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• License: Active Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license.
• Own tools, able to read and understand blueprints.
• Two years of industrial manufacturing or military experience; knowledge of OSHA and State regulations

Experience with controls* -PLC, VFD * Available to work all shifts, holidays, weekends * Experience: Proven experience in industrial or commercial electrical maintenance. * Technical Skills: Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals. * Physical Ability: Capability to lift 50-70 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or at heights.

Typical Working Conditions

• Work is often in industrial environments and can be dirty, strenuous, and involve bending or standing for long periods.
• May require flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, or on-call, to support manufacturing operations.

We offer

• $36.00 to $43.58/hour DOQ and monthly bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits
• 100% company paid ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan); optional 401(k)
• Career development and tuition assistance
• Paid holidays and time off
• Employee recognition and caring programs

This position is responsible to design, construct, repair, and maintain our electrical systems so they may operate at peak performance. If you share our core values and have the qualifications above, we want to hear from you.

*Equal Opportunity Employer*

#### Experience

Preferred* Demonstrated safety performance * History of great attendance

#### Education

Preferred* Technical/other training or better * High School or better

#### Skills

Preferred* Can rotate and cross train job duties * Can add, subtract, mulitp * Quality Focused * Follows Detailed Instructions * Problem Solving Skills * Ability to read a tape measure * Basic computer literacy

#### Behaviors

Required* Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Preferred* Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest * Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

#### Motivations

Preferred* Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business * Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help * Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer

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