Electrician

Company Description

Who we are. At Mercer Mass Timber we are exceptional people making mass timber for a more sustainable world. We are North America’s largest Mass Timber Manufacturer, with facilities in Penticton, British Columbia, Spokane Valley, WA, and Conway, Arkansas with a combined annual production capacity of over 255,000 cubic metres of mass timber. MMT is part of Mercer International, a leading forest products company who is one of the world’s largest market pulp producers and operates the world’s largest sawmill. Mercer has operations in Canada, Germany, United States and Australia.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Electrician will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our CLT and Glulam manufacturing equipment. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our mill's electrical systems through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical work, a keen eye for safety, and a collaborative spirit. With a focus on excellence and innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of our operations in the timber industry.

This position is located at our facility in Conway, AR.

Responsibilities

• Working safely while upholding Mercer Mass Timber’s safety standards.
• Troubleshooting to prevent or correct irregularities and malfunctions.
• Adhering to and executing prescribed maintenance schedules in a safe and effective manner.
• Performing routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment.
• Repairing, modifying and maintaining a variety of electrical equipment.
• Performing tasks like wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic devices.
• Performing test readings using several different instruments, including but not limited to multi-meter and megger.
• Remaining current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending industry training sessions or classes.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least three (3) years of experience as an Electrician.
• Prior maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with supervision, tradespersons, and operations teams.
• Strong knowledge and practice of preventive and predictive maintenance principles.
• Familiarity with the State and NEC codes for electrical installations.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting AC/DC systems and knowledge of AC/DC drive programming.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting and the Wood Products industry is preferred.

Benefits

• Our group benefits package includes extensive health and dental benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.