What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician position at West Fraser?
**Job Title:** Maintenance Technician
Summary:
This role is responsible for the installation and maintenance of machinery and equipment using hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools. The incumbent will troubleshoot and perform bench repair as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine scheduled maintenance on plant property and equipment.
- Specialize in maintenance on equipment employing hydraulics and/or pneumatic functions.
- Have a thorough understanding of established safety procedures to be employed throughout the mill.
- Operate mobile equipment, including man lifts, cranes, scissor lifts, and forklifts.
- Install, upgrade, or retrofit equipment used within an OSB mill environment.
- Complete detailed maintenance/inspection according to manufacture or Company guidelines.
- Prepare basic drawings to support in-house fabrication requirements.
- Coordinate with the Electrical Section of the Maintenance Department to maximize maintenance efficiencies.
- Use various welding techniques in the fabrication or repair of operating equipment.
Requirements:
- A.A. degree with a concentration in industrial maintenance.
- Five or more years of verifiable manufacturing maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, HVAC, welding, and fabricating.
- Project development experience from inception to completion.
Work Environment:
This position requires working a 12-hour rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
About West Fraser:
West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber and wood chips across the Southern U.S. and Western Canada.
Diversity and Inclusion:
West Fraser believes inclusive and diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall.
We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
