What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Electrician position at West Fraser?
Electrical Opportunity at Blackshear Lumber Mill
We are seeking a self-motivated individual to advance their electrical skills and earnings through company-provided training. The successful candidate will have 4-5 years of Electrician work experience in an Industrial/Manufacturing environment.
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
- Install electrical equipment
Requirements:
- Experience with Scanning and Optimization systems within the Lumber Business (Porter, USNR)
- Knowledge of Process Network Communication Systems and Components – Ethernet & Fiber Optic
- Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime and be on-call to support 24/7 operations
Benefits:
- MEDICAL, DENTAL, 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Disability Insurance, Paid vacations and holidays
About West Fraser:
We are 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 believe in promoting from within and providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.
We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We are committed to inclusivity and diversity.
