Industrial Electrician

Job Description

Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development?

When you join the Teal-Jones Group, you are joining a leader in the industry. The entrepreneurial spirit embedded throughout The Teal-Jones Group of companies started more than 70 years ago and today the company prides itself as being the largest privately held forest products company operating on the West Coast of Canada. We have built our success and continue to grow.

We provide a dynamic environment with competitive compensation. We encourage innovation and growth in a fast paced environment.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Electrical Superintendent, the Electrician will work as part of a team providing quality operational repairs and preventative maintenance services. As a member of this high performance team you will be responsible for all mill machinery and duties including:

•  Inspect, install, troubleshoot, repair and service (includes calibration and preventive/predictive maintenance) electrical equipment such as motors, generators, pumps, heavy duty machines, illumination systems, environmental regulating systems, communication systems and associated electrical and electronic controls;
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials and principles of operation of electrical equipment
• Run conduit and wire/rewire systems;
• Provide PLC programming support (troubleshooting and upgrading);
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to assemble equipment and follow work procedures & processes;
• Ability to understand, maintain and troubleshoot AC/DC motors, generators and associated machine controls including programmable controllers, computers and electronics used in a lumber manufacturing environment;
• Diagnose and repair issues with motors, controllers, PLCs;
• Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings.

Work Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Journeyman Industrial Electrician certification;
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment, hydraulic equipment, control circuits, motors, motor control circuits, and other electrical and electronic systems and equipment;
• Ability to read electrical blueprints and schematics and apply safety and legal requirements;
• Knowledge and experience with the installation, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of logic control systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, and adjustable frequency AC drives (preferably Allen Bradley – Control Logix and PLC 5);
• Variable speed drive experience – preferably Control Techniques;
• Commitment to working safely and efficiently coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently with little supervision;
• Previous experience in a Saw Mill or heavy industry preferred;
• Shift work is required;
• Attention to safety and efficiency is a must;
• Organizational and planning skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.