Electrician

West Fraser•Jacksonville, FL

16d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for an experienced Electrician to join our team, who is a team player. The Industrial Electrician will be responsible for troubleshooting, correcting, and maintaining all electrical equipment within the manufacturing facility. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities. West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Able to read and understand drawings and printed instructions
Must be a self-starter who can work safely under high pressure situations
Test electrical systems and circuits in electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures
Inspect electrical systems, equipment or components to identify hazards, defects or repair
Experience with and proficient with Allen Bradley PLC5
Experience with and proficient with Allen Bradley ControlLogix 5000
Experience with and proficient with Allen Bradley panel views
Experience with and proficient with Allen Bradley Communications—Device net & Ethernet
Experience with Scanning and Optimization systems within the Lumber Business (Baxley, USNR)
Experience with Process Network Communication Systems and Components—Ethernet & Fiber Optic

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, program and upgrade Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
Work with vendors to identify needed parts and recommend to Supervisor
Understand and update instrumentation loop diagrams, E & I drawings, blueprints and schematics
Program AC & DC variable speed drivers
Update power distribution system, MCC and switch gears
Install electrical equipment
Troubleshooting, correcting, and maintaining all electrical equipment within the manufacturing facility.