Head Electrician

West Fraser • Edson, AB

22h • Onsite

About The Position

West Fraser's Edson division is recruiting for a Head Electrician. As a member of the management team, this role reports directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. The Head Electrician is responsible for supervising a high-performing electrical crew to provide safe and efficient services to the division.

Requirements

• A journey trade certificate
• A strong electrical background knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment
• Experience in decision making with proven trouble shooting skills

Nice To Haves

• 5-8 years of experience is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Innovative supervisory & mentorship skills
• Experience promoting a team culture with well-established organizational skills
• Experience in maintenance and a demonstrated passion for electrical systems
• Experience in an industrial environmental with PLC’s, VFD’s, MCC’s, and HMI’s
• Ability to think outside the box with strong problem-solving skills
• Proficient with MS Office, CMMS systems
• Experience and qualifications in the forest industry

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment for the Maintenance department by enforcing safe work practices, supporting company policies, investigating incidents, and ensuring proper training and adherence to electrical best practices
• Work collaboratively with Production, Technical and Purchasing departments to effectively maintain mill equipment
• Manage, schedule and supervise a crew, including work orders, priorities, shutdowns, breakdowns
• Manage major maintenance projects
• Work with reliability engineer(s) to coordinate preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Initiate mechanical expense and capital budgets and oversee all maintenance costs

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed