What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Electrical Maintenance Technician position at West Fraser?
Industrial Electrician Career Path
As an Industrial Electrician at West Fraser, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and advance in your career. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401K plan with company match and additional retirement contribution.
Our Electrical opening comes with the expectation that self-motivated individuals will advance in their electrical skills and earnings through company-provided training at our Blackshear Lumber Mill. You will work with a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional service to our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Test electrical systems and circuits in electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment or components to identify hazards, defects or repair
- Troubleshoot, program and upgrade Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- 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
Requirements:
- Lock-out procedures
- Detail and accuracy oriented
- Planning and organizing skills
- Communication skills
- Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
- Works well in a team
- Highly motivated
Preferred Skills:
- Be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime and to be on-call to support 24/7 operations
- Have 4-5 years of Electrician work experience in Industrial/Manufacturing environment
- Must have High School Diploma or GED
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check
Benefits:
- Benefits starting Day 1
- Wellness Pay Program
- Competitive starting pay
- On-the-job training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- paid vacations and holidays
