Electrician

Weyerhaeuser • Edson, AB

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Weyerhaeuser Company is currently recruiting for an immediate opening for Journeyman Electrician at our OSB facility located in Edson, AB. We are seeking individuals who are committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic & a desire to work in a manufacturing facility. Starting rate of pay is $51.97 per hour. Shift Rotations are 12-hour shifts, 4 on/4 off; or, 10-hour shifts, Monday-Thursday, or Tuesday-Friday.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Journeyman Electrician certification.
• Experience in Industrial Maintenance.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming with Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming VFDs (Preferably Allen Bradley).
• Experience troubleshooting and set-up of DeviceNet and Ethernet/IP networks.
• Troubleshooting motors and motor starter controls.
• Ownership and commitment to safety and risk assessment.
• This is a safety-sensitive position; candidates must be able to pass drug and alcohol screening.

Nice To Haves

• Instrumentation experience is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment including power distribution and motor control systems (240 – 5KV), PLCs (mostly Allen-Bradley PLC-5s and Controllogix), Motion controllers (mostly Temposonic), Adjustable Frequency drives (A/B-Rockwell PowerFlex) and Process control equipment including HMIs.
• Provide PLC programming support (troubleshooting and upgrading); run conduit and wire/rewire systems.
• Assist in performing Millwright work as needed including metal fabrication, mechanical drives repair, preventive maintenance inspections and lubrication
• Manage the electrical systems in the manufacturing facility.
• Install, repair, and troubleshoot all electrical systems in the operation.
• Effectively maintain communications with maintenance personnel and supervisors to safely and efficiently perform mill maintenance duties both reactive and preventive.
• Assist with basic mechanical maintenance functions as needed.

Benefits

• Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision for you and your family.
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid vacation.
• Health, dental and vision benefits.
• Disability benefits.
• Competitive base pay and a site performance bonus plan.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED