Electrician

Posting ID: 26562 Position Type: Regular City: Moultrie, GA, United States Location: Moultrie Plant

Minimum starting pay $25/hour; however, pay is negotiable based on experience.

The Opportunity: Responsible for the safe maintenance, repair, installation and modification of all sawmill-related equipment, you will apply your skills to maximize uptime, quality and production. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, together with a safe, high quality work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment to help meet production goals
• Troubleshoot and maintain three (3) phase electrical systems
• Diagnose cause of electrical malfunction or failure of operational equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Effectively resolve production problems in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot low voltage systems
• Troubleshoot and repair motor control devices, switch panels, transformers, and other electrical equipment and components

Required Skills:

• 2-5 years of industrial electrical experience
• Electrical/Electronic/Automation technician diploma/degree/certificate considered an asset
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Solid background in heavy industry
• A working knowledge of PLC applications and software is considered an asset
• Knowledge of the lumber manufacturing process is an asset

Don't check off every single bullet point? Studies show that people are reluctant to apply for positions they aren't 100% qualified for. At Canfor, our focus is finding the right fit for our organization, not a criteria checklist. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

At Canfor, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as essential to our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. Therefore, we strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process where hiring decisions are based on each applicant's qualifications and experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required. The specific type of employment screening conducted varies depending on the role and location. These screenings may involve behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks and drug testing.

Why Canfor?
Canfor is a global leader in the manufacturing of low-carbon forest products, including lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets and green energy. We embrace innovation in our industry and provide high-quality products to global markets. With our dedicated employees, we demonstrate leading environmental practices and are committed to the communities that host our operations.

In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine with over 15 manufacturing facilities and two corporate offices. We are a leading supplier of high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine. As we continue to grow and diversify our business, we have exciting work and development opportunities to help you build a rewarding career that lasts.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes our employees' safety, well-being and growth because they are critical to the success of our company. We provide learning opportunities that support you in developing skills and competencies at each stage of your career at Canfor. We offer competitive compensation and industry leading benefits to best support our employees and their families.

Join us today and together, we can build a sustainable future.

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