Job Description

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Grande Prairie OSB is currently recruiting for a Red Seal Certified Electrician.

Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader, the Red Seal Certified Electrician safely performs predictive & preventative repairs to achieve our reliability goals and maintain the mill on a day-to-day basis. Electricians are part of the site Maintenance Team entrusted to install and maintain electrical and electronic systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems and production machinery.

If your career path includes Leadership aspirations – then you should absolutely be applying for this opportunity. This position is part of our succession plan for future Electrical Leadership.

You’ll do:

• Ensure 100% safety commitment towards completing all tasks
• Active participation towards providing a safe working environment
• PM’s, emergency work orders, corrective work and shift coverage
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot high voltage equipment and motors up to 4160 volts
• Utilizing various PLC and HMI systems for troubleshooting and programming new logic
• Participating in Root Cause Analysis involving an electrical failure
• Install & maintain power supply wiring and conduit for equipment such as conveyor systems, programmable controllers and lighting systems.
• Required to know hoisting and rigging protocols
• Solid knowledge and commitment to Lock Out / Tag Out protocols
• Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve concerns impacting process equipment
• Actively involved in the predictive and preventative maintenance of all equipment
• Maintain site standards for PMs and other key maintenance targets
• Responsible for housekeeping and maintaining clean / organized work areas
• Able to effectively maintain and manage all related tools and supplies
• Responding to changing priorities and operating conditions to meet business needs

You have:

• Fully certified Red Seal Electrician
• Minimum of three (3) years of Electrical experience in an industrial environment; preference given to those with forest product experience
• A relentless commitment to safe work practices
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Effective communication and computer skills are required
• Supervisory or Leadership experience are beneficial but not required

Your Workplace Location:

Grande Prairie, AB has a population of over 70 000 and is <5 hours northwest of Edmonton. GP is the “hub” for northern Alberta, northern BC and the NWT; with infrastructure to support an additional 250 000 visitors. Grande Prairie is a thriving community with plenty to offer to everyone including recreational facilities, outdoor activities, wide array of retail operations, growing education facilities and much more.

To explore Grande Prairie, visit the official website at Explore Grande Prairie

• West Fraser Grande Prairie is located about 10 minutes south of city limits
• The Certified Electrician must be capable of working in an OSB manufacturing environment that includes exposure to noise, heights, grated elevated walkways, confined spaces, odors and the physical ability to respond to mill-wide events and lift / carry reasonable weights.
• Shift schedule is either 5 x 8-hour or 4 x 10-hour days. With potential to join the 28-Day Rotating Shift schedule (12 hours).
• A reasonable amount of Over Time is expected to respond to immediate business needs and events including annual maintenance outage, capital projects, and Team support.

Compensation Package:

• Competitive hourly rate with access to overtime
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation, EFAP resources and more
• Are you open to relocating? We offer comprehensive relocation support!

About Us:

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally recognized forest certifications.

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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We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.