Electrician Technician

We are seeking a skilled Electrician to join our Maintenance team at West Fraser. As an Electrician, you will be responsible for repairing, installing, replacing, programming, and testing electrical circuits and equipment.

• Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment.
• Repair, modify, and maintain a variety of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic devices.
• Perform test readings using several different instruments, including multi-meter and Megger.
• Stay current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending classes as needed.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled or required.
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment and completing all required training.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Background in Electrical fundamentals.
• Knowledge in 3 phase and single-phase power distribution systems, motor controls, wiring, and troubleshooting of such systems.
• Experience with 480-volt power and logic circuits.
• Strong computer, math, analytical, and planning skills.
• Ability to understand and follow electrical schematics proficiently without supervision.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machine control systems.
• Ability to identify the features and functions of controllers.
• Ability to describe and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers.
• Ability to identify the signal path through a control circuit.

• Competitive starting pay.
• Benefits starting Day 1.
• On-the-job training.
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within.
• Medical, dental, and 401k with company match and fixed retirement contribution.
• Life Insurance and AD&D.
• Disability Insurance.
• Wellness Pay Program.
• EAP Program.
• Paid vacation after six months and paid holidays.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with a strong commitment to safety and employee development. We offer a challenging and stable work environment with opportunities for career growth and advancement.