Job Description

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. High Prairie is currently recruiting for a Head Electrician.

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, a Head Electrician will be instrumental in the continuing development and modernization of our operation. As a member of this high-performing team, you will be responsible for managing an electrical team as well as all electrical equipment.

You'll do:

• Maintain a safe work environment
• Ensure consistent operations of all electrical equipment
• Verification and documentation of repairs
• Working with Team Members - ensure a safe work environment by coaching safe work practices, participating in safety observations & incident reviews, training & development and enforcing safety expectations.
• Build your team with relationships based upon trust, caring and integrity and assist with career development of Team Members.
• Work collaboratively with operations, project development & planning, quality and procurement Teams to effectively maintain mill equipment.
• Participate in full-cycle process of identifying, planning, installing and reviewing capital projects and equipment maintenance.
• Work with reliability & maintenance planning to coordinate preventative & predictive maintenance programs to achieve uptime targets.
• Responding to changing priorities and operating conditions to meet business needs
• Develop, implement and maintain maintenance team schedules and detailed maintenance planning schedules that drive continuous improvement and support all elements of plant electrical functions

You have:

• Several years of experience as an Electrician
• Experience managing people
• A valid Journeyperson or Inter-Provincial Certification is required
• Mechanical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic knowledge and aptitude
• Experience in an industrial environment with VFDs, PLCs, MCCs, HMIs
• Experience with Delta RMC motion control
• Experience with and strong Control Logix programming and troubleshooting skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills
• Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills

Compensation Package:

• The salary compensation for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location.
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays.

Your Workplace Location:

The Town of High Prairie and the Municipal District of Big Lakes are proud to join together to provide the residents of High Prairie and surrounding communities with a spectacular indoor aquatic's facility and The Gordon Buchanan Recreation Center to meet the growing demand for recreation and leisure opportunities in our region.

High Prairie is within 20 minutes of first-class sandy beaches. Also within close proximity to High Prairie are two Provincial Parks, Hilliard's Bay and Winagami Lake. Hilliard's Bay boasts world class open water fishing and a 190-site campground. Winagami Lake is a bird watcher's paradise with over 200 observed bird species. Nearby Kimiwan Lake in McLennan, Alberta is known as the Bird Capital of Canada as it is the confluence of three major bird migration paths, the Mississippi, Pacific and Central.

About Us:

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser’s products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity:

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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