What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Electrician position at West Fraser?
Industrial Electrician at West Fraser
The Industrial Electrician role at West Fraser involves testing and inspecting electrical systems, troubleshooting and programming PLCs, and updating and installing electrical equipment. Candidates must possess 4-5 years of industrial electrician experience, a high school diploma or GED, and skills in problem-solving and communication.
This position offers company-provided training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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.
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
Additional Requirements:
- 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
Experience:
- Allan Bradley PLC5
- Allan Bradley ControlLogix 5000
- Allan Bradley Panelviews
- Allan Bradley Communications – Devicenet & Ethernet
- Scanning and Optimization systems within the Lumber Business (Porter, USNR)
- Process Network Communication Systems and Components – Ethernet & Fiber Optic
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
About Us:
West Fraser is 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 are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world's largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development.
The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.
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
