Certified Electrician

West Fraser is a leading diversified forest products company. Listed on the TSX, NYSE and rated as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for eight years, we are a growing company looking for talented people to be part of our team. Our Blue Ridge Alberta Woods division in Blue Ridge, Alberta has an opportunity for a:

CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN

Reporting to the Electrical supervision, you would be a key player in the company-wide safety culture, continuous improvement effort through daily use of troubleshooting, predictive, Pdm, and preventive maintenance strategies.

“At West Fraser Safety and Production are the same.”

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain a safe work environment
• Be responsible for your own personal safety
• Ensure consistent operations of all electrical equipment at the complex
• Verify and document repairs, via computer-based software
• Monitor product quality and provide feedback
• Ability to read Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming, Schneider’s suite of controllers
• Preventative maintenance with small construction projects
• Troubleshooting various pieces of equipment, with other trades

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Several years of experience as an Electrician
• Experience in instrumentation
• Candidates require Alberta Electrical trade qualifications or Electrical Red Seal Certificate
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
• Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills
• An understanding of Process Controls and Instrumentation, including but not limited to electric over pneumatic, or hydraulic, GE Ifix systems, Schneider PLC’s, Mitsubishi VFD systems
• Weekend and/or shift work will be required

Considered a strong asset:

• Previous experience working in an industrial environment

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.

Sustainability Report | West Fraser

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