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The ad says“Ability to perform work while wearing PPE including Arc Flash protection.”
The ad says“Must be proficient in basic computer knowledge.”
The ad says“Computer knowledge; MS Office 365, email, teams, etc.”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Must demonstrate an electrical aptitude and experience working with high voltages (480V to 4160V)”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders”
The ad says“Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders”
The ad says“Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders”
The ad says“Proficient in mathematics and measurements”
The ad says“Proficient in mathematics and measurements”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Computer knowledge; MS Office 365, email, teams, etc.”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Experience in PLC programming and working with automated, controls, instrumentation devices and electrical distribution equipment”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Computer knowledge; MS Office 365, email, teams, etc.”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”
The ad says“Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation”

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 with the electrical team's understanding of the production process and leads troubleshooting and repair of electrical, controls, and some mechanical aspects of production and facilities equipment on assigned shifts. This position provides technical support to Production team members, analyzes production data, and improves safety, uptime, quality, energy consumption, tool change cycle times, and other operational metrics.

Responsibilities

Works alongside the maintenance team - actively involved in various craft specialties.
Diagnoses, delegates, instructs and carries out skilled activities involving the repair, installation, calibration, and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Guarantees adherence to safety practices and principles, and maintains electrical equipment to the relevant Federal, State, and Local Codes.
Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/ repair ENI, HMI, PLC’s maintenance VFD’s, motor controls, and instrumentation
Creates and manages work/emergency work orders and prioritizes daily and preventative assignments.
Monitors production process operating parameters and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure safe and efficient equipment performanc
Participate in root cause problem solving and equipment performance improvement efforts to support target OEE levels
Identify corrective action and troubleshooting and to improve reliability of equipment
Upkeep of reporting, records and schematics, documentation of inspections, and confined space monitors
Escalate & communicate operational information and issues promptly for proper resolution
Supports the production team in improvements to all aspects of production as needed.
Perform all additional duties as assigned and special projects such as safety projects.

Qualifications

At least two (2) years manufacturing Experience
At least four years of electrical experience
Must demonstrate an electrical aptitude and experience working with high voltages (480V to 4160V)
Ability to carry out operations safely and efficiently; utilize assigned appliances and tools.
Strong analytical skills, problem solving and communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain accurate records
Must be proficient in basic computer knowledge.
Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders
Ability to interpret, illustrate, and apply regulation codes and rules.
Willing and able to maintain and enforce strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including safety equipment.
Availability to provide necessary coverage in a continuous operational plant.

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

High School degree or equivalent plus four (4) years of progressively responsible journey level electrical experience
OR Associate's degree in related field, plus two (2) years of experience
Experience in wood products, pelletizing operations, or similar manufacturing environment
Proficient in mathematics and measurements
Experience in PLC programming and working with automated, controls, instrumentation devices and electrical distribution equipment
Computer knowledge; MS Office 365, email, teams, etc.
Demonstrated leadership including lead person or supervisor back up experience.

Working conditions

Must be able to work in outdoor environments and in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
Willing and able to work in hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
Occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
Working at heights and confined spaces
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight on assigned shifts or to address unexpected issues with or without notice

Physical requirements

Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting and pulling up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA.
Ability to work from heights and confined spaces.
Able to climb multiple flights of steps, ramps, vertical ladders, scaffolds (fixed or portable).
Able to work around moving equipment and machinery.
Ability to perform work while wearing PPE including Arc Flash protection.

This position is not eligible for visa support.

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.