What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at West Fraser?
Electrician
Our Electrician Level 1 position is responsible for troubleshooting, correcting, and maintaining all electrical equipment within the manufacturing facility
What you will do:
- Test electrical systems and circuits in electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment or components to identify hazards, defects or repair
- Troubleshoot, program and upgrade Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Identify and troubleshoot objects using electrical control schematics
- Work with vendors to identify needed parts and recommend to Supervisor
- Understand and update instrumentation loop diagrams, E & I drawings, blueprints and schematics
- Program AC & DC variable speed drivers
- Update power distribution system, MCC and switch gears
- Install electrical equipment consisting of variable frequency drives, diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Maintain and troubleshoot various optimizations systems
What will make you stand out:
- Lock-out procedures
- Field Level Hazard Risk Assessments (FLHRA)
- Electrical circuitry and components, including circuit breakers, motors and controllers, control devices, motor theory, rigging, precision alignments
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Predictive and preventative maintenance
- Computer and PLC skills
- Able to use hand and power tools and to understand proper use, including multi-meters, knowledge of 480 volt 3 Phase AC
- Allen Bradley PLC5
- Allen Bradley ControlLogix 5000
- Allen Bradley Panel views
- Allen Bradley Communications – Device net & Ethernet
- Scanning and Optimization systems within the Lumber Business (Porter, USNR)
- Process Network Communication Systems and Components – Ethernet & Fiber Optic
What will make you stand out:
- Be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime and to be on-call to support 24/7 operations (Required)
- Have 4-5 years of Electrician work experience in Industrial/Manufacturing environment
- Must have High School Diploma or GED
Offers are contingent on candidates ability to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check.
Outstanding benefits package including:
- Benefits starting Day 1
- Competitive starting pay
- On-the-job training and
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K with company match
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid vacations and holidays
Apply:
If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/careers.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company
West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace
EducationRequired- High School or better
- GED or better
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
About the Company:
West Fraser
West Fraser Timber Co Ltd. is an integrated forest products company producing lumber, wood chips, fiberboard, plywood, pulp, and newsprint. West Fraser, Inc. is the company’s wholly-owned subsidiary in the United States. The business has 15 lumber producing locations throughout the U.S. South.
Company Size:
2,000 to 2,499 employees
Industry:
Manufacturing - Other
Founded:
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Website:
http://www.westfraser.com/jobs
