Industrial Electrician

What you will do:

• Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment
• Perform tasks like wiring circuits, replacing components and repairing electronic devices
• Work with vendors to identify needed parts and recommend to Supervisor
• Understand and update instrumentation loop diagrams, E & I drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Program AC & DC variable speed drivers
• Update power distribution system, MCC and switch gears
• Install electrical equipment
• Achieve production goals with the highest regard and adherence to employee safety
• Effective evaluation and continuous improvement of maintenance

Skills and Qualifications you will need:

• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Lock out/Tag out procedures
• Field Level Hazard Risk Assessments (FLHRA)
• Electrical circuitry and components including circuit breakers, motors and controllers, control devices, motor theory, rigging precision alignments
• Predictive and Preventive maintenance
• Computer and PLC skills
• Ability to communicate well-oral and written
• Ability to function independently

Experience with:

• Allen Bradley PLC5
• Allen Bradley ControlLogix 5000
• Allen Bradley Panelviews
• Allen Bradley Communications – Devicenet & Ethernet
• Scanning and Optimization systems within the Lumber Business (Porter, USNR)
• Process Network Communication Systems and Components – Ethernet & Fiber Optic

What will make you stand out:

• Certifications in Electrical field
• Wood products field

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with company match & retirement contribution
• Employee stock Purchase Plan
• Paid vacations and holidays

Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

Apply with us:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/jobs

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

Education

• GED or better
• High School or better

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