Electrical Controls Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 3, 2026.
Company Summary
Hampton Lumber is a thriving family-owned company aspiring to be North America's preferred source for responsibly-sourced wood solutions. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we operate nine sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and import/export division.
Our mission is to grow, manufacture, and market renewable wood products and deliver innovative solutions for a more sustainable built environment. At Hampton Lumber, we accomplish this through our own operations as well as those of our affiliates-Trapa Forest Products, Idaho Timber, and RedBuilt. Our tagline, "Find a better way every day," encapsulates our commitment to innovation and improvement across all operations.
We are guided by our core values:
- Safety - Prioritize safety across all operations.
- Integrity & Authenticity - Operate honestly and ethically while preserving our distinctive family-owned brand.
- Responsible Stewardship - Endeavor to balance and maintain economic, social, and environmental values in everything we do.
- Tenacity - Embrace challenges with grit, determination, and a can-do spirit.
- Continuous Improvement - Strive to enhance our processes, products, and people.
- Customer Satisfaction - Be nimble, responsive, and solutions-oriented.
- Community Engagement - Be a responsive, supportive, and respected member of the community.
With over 80 years in the sawmill business, we are proud to have cultivated the knowledge and experience needed to grow and prosper, even in challenging times. We always look to the future and invest in our people, new technologies, and continuous improvement processes and techniques.
Overview
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team in a modern facility equipped with the latest technology in lumber manufacturing. We’re looking for skilled Electrical Technicians to learn and execute the commissioning, start-up, and continued reliability of a highly focused maintenance prevention program for Hampton Lumber.
Benefits Highlights
- Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
- 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
- Paid time off, including nine paid holidays
- Participation in the employee bonus program
- Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
- Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development
Responsibilities
- Execute preventative and predictive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Diagnose Electrical/PLC issues and execute timely effective repairs.
- Collaborate with operations and all team members to improve equipment performance.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Take full ownership of assigned tasks to Hampton’s maintenance standards
- Willingness to work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed for operations, commissioning, training, or start-up
Qualifications
- Safety-First Mindset: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to workplace safety
- Integrity: Holds themselves accountable and operates with honesty and professionalism - takes responsibility for their work
- Forward Thinker: Prioritizes preventative and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime which identifies early signs of wear, failure, or inefficiency - strives for excellence
- Team Player: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals
- Electrical Aptitude: Understanding of electrical systems, maintenance prevention, troubleshooting, and repair
- PLC experience
- Experience in troubleshooting with Allen Bradley
- Wood product experience or start-ups
More About Us
The timber and wood products industry is a vital part of many communities, and we’re excited to bring new opportunities to Allendale County, South Carolina. We are committed to supporting the local workforce, investing in training and development, and being active members of the communities where we operate. Many of our employees have built long, rewarding careers with us, and we look forward to welcoming new team members to our family.
Learn more at Hamptonlumber.com, follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @hamptonlumber
EEO Statement
Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.
Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location that you are applying.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement.