Industrial Electrician

Industrial Electrician

Irving Forest Products is seeking qualified Industrial Electricians to join our team at North America's largest Eastern White Pine sawmill - a modern world-class facility backed by strong ownership committed to innovation and employee development. Work alongside a skilled team of electricians, engineers and E&I professionals in a dynamic industrial environment.

Resume with relevant work experience required; applications without a resume will not be considered.

What We Offer:

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Hourly wage based on experience - $30 - $41 - plus $2.00 shift differential
• 401k with 5% Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Reimbursement Accounts
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Annual Uniform Credit
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Discount Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• In-house professional certifications and training courses

• Promote and maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain and optimize electrical systems to ensure equipment efficiency.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot electrical motors, VFDs and Soft Starts and PLC systems.
• Install and commission electrical components (motor starters, conduit runs and Motor Control Centers).
• Understanding Ethernet communication and wiring standards.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from operations.

• Education Required:
  
  Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology or an equivalent apprenticeship
• Years of Experience Preferred: 2-5 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Familiarity with PLCs and VFDs is an asset
• Willingness to work a rotating shift, including weekends with the opportunity of a fixed day or night shift
• Previous sawmill experience is considered an asset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 12 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division.

Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

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