Certified Electrician

Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader, the Red Seal Certified Electrician safely performs predictive and preventative repairs to achieve our reliability goals and maintain the mill on a day-to-day basis. Certified Electricians are part of the site Maintenance Team entrusted to install and maintain electrical and electronic systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems and production machinery.

You'll Do:

• Ensure 100% safety commitment towards completing all tasks
• Active participation towards providing a safe working environment
• PM’s, emergency work orders, corrective work and shift coverage
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot high voltage equipment and motors up to 4160 volts
• Utilizing various PLC and HMI systems for troubleshooting and programming new logic
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis in the event of an electrical failure
• Install and maintain power supply wiring and conduit for equipment such as conveyor systems, programmable controllers and lighting systems.
• Required to know hoisting and rigging protocols
• Solid knowledge and commitment to Lock Out / Tag Out protocols
• Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve concerns impacting process equipment
• Actively involved in the predictive and preventative maintenance of all equipment
• Maintain site standards for PMs and other key maintenance targets
• Responsible for housekeeping and maintaining clean / organized work areas
• Able to effectively maintain and manage all related tools and supplies
• Responding to changing priorities and operating conditions to meet business needs

You have:

• Fully certified Red Seal Electrician
• Minimum of three (3) years of Electrical experience in an industrial environment; preference given to those with forest product experience
• A relentless commitment to safe work practices
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Effective communication and computer skills are required
• Supervisory or Leadership experience are beneficial but not required

Your Workplace Location:

• This position will be located at our West Fraser Grande Prairie, Alberta OSB facility
• The Certified Electrician must be capable of working in an OSB manufacturing environment that includes exposure to noise, temperature variances, heights, stairways and grated elevated walkways, confined spaces, odors and the physical ability to travel through our industrial facility and lift / carry reasonable weights.
• Shift schedule will be determined based upon business needs and requires flexibility to work on either a 5x8 or 4x10 hour Day Shift OR 12 hour shifts on our 28 Day Rotating Shift Schedule.
• A reasonable amount of Over Time is expected to respond to immediate business needs and events including annual maintenance outage, capital projects and Team support.

Compensation Package:

• Competitive hourly rate with access to overtime
• Benefits package including medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and more.

Grande Prairie, Alberta is one of Canada’s fastest growing cities with a population of 70 000+. Located less than 5 hours northwest of Edmonton in the “Peace Country Region”; Grande Prairie is the ‘hub’ for northern Alberta & northeastern BC; with infrastructure to support a population base of over 300 000.

About Us:

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser’s products are used in home construction, repair and remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity:

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

Sustainability Report | West Fraser

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We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.