Control Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Mississippi
Control electrician jobs in Mississippi are concentrated in the state's manufacturing corridor, with employers like Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, chemical plants along the Gulf Coast, and automotive suppliers in the Golden Triangle region regularly seeking skilled candidates. International workers in this trade most often pursue sponsorship through H-1B visa or EB-3 pathways with established industrial employers.
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INTRODUCTION
Georgia-Pacific is looking for an Electrician for our Taylorsville, MS Plywood facility! We manufacture pine plywood panels and siding that are ideal for residential and light commercial construction like subflooring, wall and roof sheathing, and concrete formwork.
Plywood is a strong, versatile product made by gluing together thin layers (veneers) of wood with the grain of each layer running in opposite directions. This cross-graining makes it stable, durable, and resistant to warping.
SALARY
- Starting pay $31.95 per hour
- $1.50/hr. night shift differential
- You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the plant.
SHIFT
- Only candidates who are flexible to be assigned to work any shift will be considered.
- Candidates must be flexible and available to work all shifts as needed. This will include overtime, holidays, and weekends.
- Currently hiring for all shifts.
PHYSICAL LOCATION
Georgia-Pacific
105 SCR 25
Taylorsville, MS 39168
OUR TEAM
GP employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury-free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit https://www.buildgp.com/.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical control systems, electronic circuits, motor controls, relay logic, AC/DC drives and low voltage switchgear
- Install and make changes to industrial electrical equipment
- Work with mechanical and electrical machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, performing electrical preventative maintenance tasks (PM's)
- Repairing and maintaining plant machinery in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer specifications
- Effectively communicating work performed and equipment statuses both written and verbally
- Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures and actively participating in the safety program
- Wearing the necessary Personal Protection equipment (PPE) i.e.: hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, chemical suit, respirator, ear plugs, hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes and other PPE required by specific jobs.
- Work any shift, on-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
WHO YOU ARE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS)
- At least three (3) years of Electrical experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or military environment OR Technical degree or higher in electro-mechanical curriculum
- Experience reading electrical and maintenance schematics/blueprints
- Experience diagnosing mechanical and electronic systems using scanning and diagnostic tools, multi-meters, and computers
- Experience troubleshooting electrical controls, A/C and D/C motors, motor controllers and drives
- Knowledge and experience of single and 3 phase troubleshooting up to 480-volt Electrical systems
- Experience running rigid conduit
- Experience installing and terminating network cable
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD
- Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Experience troubleshooting issues with PLC's, VFD's, Servo motors and valves
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks including climbing ladders and working at heights or in confined spaces.
- Ability to work in a sawmill environment with dust, noise, heat, and cold conditions.
AT KOCH COMPANIES, WE ARE ENTREPRENEURS.
This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, experience, and background. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
WHO WE ARE
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
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Which companies sponsor visas for control electricians in Mississippi?
Mississippi's largest industrial employers have the most established sponsorship track records. Huntington Ingalls Industries at Pascagoula, Chevron Pipe Line operations in the south, and manufacturing facilities in the Columbus and Tupelo area are among the employers that have historically filed for skilled trades workers. Staffing firms serving industrial plants along the Gulf Coast also occasionally facilitate sponsorship for experienced control electricians.
Which visa types are most common for control electrician roles in Mississippi?
The EB-3 skilled worker immigrant visa is the most common pathway for control electricians in Mississippi, as the role typically requires vocational training and documented experience rather than a four-year degree. Some employers with multinational operations also use the H-1B for instrumentation and controls specialists with a relevant engineering degree. The TN visa is available for qualified Canadian and Mexican nationals working in eligible engineering technician categories.
Which cities in Mississippi have the most control electrician sponsorship jobs?
Pascagoula leads due to Ingalls Shipbuilding and associated Gulf Coast petrochemical facilities, which have steady demand for instrumentation and control electricians. The Golden Triangle area covering Columbus, Starkville, and West Point has grown as an automotive and advanced manufacturing hub. Meridian and Hattiesburg also see openings tied to industrial maintenance operations and utility infrastructure projects across central and southern Mississippi.
How to find control electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Mississippi?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international workers seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. and lets you filter control electrician roles by state, so you can view Mississippi-specific openings from employers already open to sponsorship. This saves significant time compared to manually screening general job postings. Creating a profile on Migrate Mate also helps you track new control electrician listings in Mississippi as they appear.
Are there state-specific considerations for control electricians seeking sponsorship in Mississippi?
Mississippi does not have a state-level licensed electrician reciprocity agreement with every other state, so international workers should confirm whether their credentials align with Mississippi's electrical licensing requirements before accepting an offer. Employers sponsoring through the EB-3 pathway must complete a PERM labor market test, which can extend the overall timeline. The state's concentration of defense, shipbuilding, and petrochemical work means security clearance eligibility can also factor into hiring decisions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored control electrician jobs in Mississippi?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.