Shift Electrician

JOB SUMMARY

West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber, OSB and wood chips across the Southern US and Western Canada. We are the largest lumber producer in North America!

Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by promoting from within – many of our employees have built their careers with us.

At West Fraser, our Industrial Electrician is responsible for repairing, replacing, installing, programming, and testing all electrical circuits and equipment. Occasionally, this role will be expected to perform or assist in repairs or installation of electrical control systems.

• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical components of mill equipment.
• Repair, modify, and maintain a variety of electrical equipment.
• Wire circuits, replace components, and repair electronic devices.
• Perform tests using various measuring instruments including multi‑meter and Megger.
• Remain current in technical changes and equipment designs by attending necessary classes as required.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules, regulations, and guidelines to include the wearing of necessary PPE, the use of safety equipment, and completing all necessary training.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Eligible to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Have a strong background with proven work experience using electrical fundamentals.
• Understanding of 3-phase and single-phase power distribution systems, motor controls, and wiring.
• Experience with 480‑volt power, logic circuits, and machine control systems.
• Proven understanding of electrical schematics.
• Possess advanced electrical and electronic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to fully identify the features and functions of controllers and differentiate from pneumatic and electronic devices.
• Ability to identify the signal path through a control circuit.
• Willingness to work a 12‑hour rotating schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to work on an emergency, on‑call basis as required.
• Ability to work as part of a team to deliver value to the mill as a individual and as a whole.
• Willingness to cross‑train to learn new jobs and skills.
• Be reliable and possess consistent and predictable attendance behavior.

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• Wellness Pay Program
• On‑the‑job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance Paid vacations and holidays

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug‑Free Workplace. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.