What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at West Fraser?
The Controls Technician is responsible for adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures. This role is instrumental in troubleshooting and repairing lumber manufacturing process equipment, completing daily runtime predictive routes via predictive tools, recognizing and documenting potential job hazards in compliance with company policies, and working as a team to achieve safety, electrical, production, and quality goals.
What you will do :
Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
Troubleshooting and repairing lumber manufacturing process equipment
Read & understand schematics, technical documents, and blueprints
Wire, test, and troubleshoot control panels integrated with PLC's, Variable Frequency Drives, and other SOLID-STATE control devices manufactured by manufacturers such as Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, etc.
Interpret control wiring schemes within an Industrial plant environment. Replace, install, and relocate control circuits and components within an active industrial manufacturing process. Troubleshoot control circuits and components within a live Industrial operational environment
Utilize Electrical Troubleshooting Equipment Tools (I.E. Multimeter, etc.)
Communicate and coordinate with all plant departments (shifts and plant wide) to ensure timely resolution of issues and the meeting of common goals. Seek out knowledge and build relationships with all aspects of the organization and leadership team.
Qualifications you will need :
High School Diploma or GED
Three (3) years’ industrial electrical / controls experience such as troubleshooting, maintaining, inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial process equipment
Ability to wire, test, and troubleshoot control panels integrated with PLCs, Variable Frequency Drives, and other Solid-state control devices manufactured by manufacturers such as Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, etc.
Ability to interpret control wiring schemes within an Industrial plant environment. Replace, install, and relocate control circuits and components within an active industrial manufacturing process. Troubleshoot control circuits and components within a live Industrial operational environment
Experience utilizing electrical troubleshooting equipment and tools (e.g. multimeter, etc.)
Experience using a computer to perform the following tasks : email, data entry, and document creation
Willing and able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment
Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment
Willing and able to climb stairs, ladders, or work in elevated areas
Willing to work in confined areas
Experience working within the company and state environmental and safety policies / procedures
Be able to navigate around tablets to perform documentation of maintenance activities
Qualifications that will make you stand out :
Currently holding an electrician license
Experience with PLC, LADDER LOGIC, HMI, PANELVIEW, AND NFPA 70E
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Associate Degree in Instrument or Electrical / Electronic Technology with a minimum of 3 years related experience to the lumber manufacturing process
Experienced in thermography with level 1 certification
Awesome Benefits you will receive :
Competitive starting pay
On-the-job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability,
Paid vacations and holidays,
Potential relocation assistance.
West Fraser is a growing, diversified wood products company with over 60 facilities in North America and Europe. We are the worlds’ largest softwood lumber producer. Our investments include a climate-controlled mill; modern, competitive manufacturing facilities; product innovation; and bioenergy. These investments are adding up to a bright future. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.
Apply :
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 :
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 believes inclusive, 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 are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / V / D & Drug-Free Workplace
EducationPreferredGED or better
High School or better
