Join West Fraser as an Electrician and be part of a dynamic Maintenance team. You'll perform critical electrical repairs and maintenance, ensuring our equipment operates efficiently while adhering to safety standards in a culture that promotes career growth.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment
Repair, modify, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment
Wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic devices
Perform test readings using multi-meters and Megger
Stay current with technical changes by attending classes
Work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
Adhere to safety rules and regulations
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
Background in Electrical fundamentals
Knowledge in 3 phase and single-phase power distribution systems
Motor controls, wiring, and troubleshooting skills
Experience with 480-volt power and logic circuits
Strong computer, math, analytical, and planning skills
Ability to understand and follow electrical schematics without supervision
Familiar with machine control systems
Ability to troubleshoot complex machine control systems
Ability to identify features and functions of controllers
Ability to describe and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers
Ability to identify the signal path through a control circuit
Eligible to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Willing to work a schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Willing to work on an emergency call-in basis
Ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills
Consistent, predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications
VFD drives experience
PLC experience
Ability to interpret PLC logic for troubleshooting purposes
Benefits & Perks
Benefits starting Day 1Competitive starting payOn-the-job trainingCulture promoting from withinMedical insuranceDental insurance401k with company match and fixed retirement contributionLife Insurance and AD&DDisability InsuranceWellness Pay ProgramEAP ProgramPaid vacation after six monthsPaid holidays