enviva

Electrical Technician

Greenwood, South Carolina, United StatesFull timePosted 5 days ago
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The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.The Electrical Technician assists in the production process, troubleshooting and repair of electrical, controls, and some mechanical aspects of production and facilities equipment on assigned shifts. This position provides technical support, analyzes production data, and improves safety, uptime, quality, energy consumption, tool change cycle times, and other operational metrics. Responsibilities Perform installation, maintenance work, electrical field work, inspections/maintenance of heavy equipment obeying OSHA and Enviva standards for work practices Maintains adherence to workplace and safety practices and principles, and electrical standards in compliance with the relevant Federal, State, and Local Codes. Troubleshoot electrical issues relating to the PLC controlled devices, motor control centers, VFD’s instrumentation (multi-meter, megger, process meter, hart meter, amp meter) and other standard electrical devices using electrical drawings. Wire, Troubleshoot, repair, AC/DC circuits and equipment, replace wiring electrical issues relating to the PLC, motor control centers, 480V and 4160V electrical distribution equipment and all electrical devices, equipment, sensors and fixtures Troubleshoot different communication and IT technologies (D-Net, E-Net, Fiber Optic). Identify corrective action and troubleshooting to improve reliability of equipment. Perform electrical field work including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, process control, drives and actuators, instrumentation and telemetry equipment. Ensure equipment is properly maintained and calibrated before use and reports abnormalities Monitor production process operating parameters and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure safe and efficient equipment performance Perform additional duties as assigned and directed. Qualifications At least two (2) years manufacturing experience. Four (4) years of electrical experience. Demonstrated ability in using hand tools and power tools as required for troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing wiring, equipment, sensors, and fixtures. Must be proficient in basic computer knowledge. Ability to interpret, illustrate, and apply regulation codes and rules. Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions. Excellent communication, critical thinking, analytical, problem solving interpersonal and team skills Willing and able to adhere to safety rules and regulations, including wearing prescribed safety equipment. Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart High School degree or equivalent, appli...

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