Electrical Technician

Woodfibre Management Ltd; Squamish; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodfibre LNG is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems at our facility to ensure safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible operation of the Woodfibre LNG Plant.

This role requires a BC Journeyman ticket and experience with 600V/4160V systems, DCS/PLC/HMI familiarity, and a commitment to safety by adhering to HSE policies and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience.
• Valid British Columbia Journeyman ticket or Red Seal certification.
• Dual Electrical & Instrumentation ticket is an asset.
• Experience with Medium Voltage VFDs is an asset.
• Commissioning/start-up experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and start-up of LNG plant when required.
• Perform planned maintenance of motors, starters, VFDs, UPS, breakers, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot 120V-4160V circuits and control systems.
• Inspect electrical systems for hazards and perform repairs.
• Interpret drawings and apply the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
• Collaborate with internal teams and contractors to meet safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Instrumentation

Electrical & Instrumentation ticket

DCS/PLC/HMI familiarity

Education

British Columbia Journeyman ticket or Red Seal

Dual Electrical & Instrumentation ticket (asset)

Tools

Medium Voltage VFDs

600V/4160V systems

DCS systems

Job description

Project

The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish, British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site, which would have a storage capacity of 250,000 m3 and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Job Summary

Woodfibre LNG is looking for an experienced Electrical Technicians to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems at our facility. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that ensures the safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible operation of the Woodfibre LNG Plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the commissioning and start-up of the LNG plant at both the Squamish site as well as our yard in China if required
• Perform scheduled preventative, predictive, routine, turnaround and emergency maintenance of industrial electrical equipment, including motors, starters, VFDs, UPS systems, EHT, relays, breakers, switchgear, etc.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including 120V-4160V circuits, control systems, HVAC, cathodic protection, and electrical heat trace.
• Inspect electrical systems and components to identify hazards, defects, and perform necessary repairs.
• Transformer monitoring and maintenance on dry and oil bath types
• Interpret drawings, apply the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), and follow installation standards.
• Experience working with 600V, 4160V systems. HV experience considered an asset
• Provide technical support and advice for maintenance planning and project personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including Arc Flash and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).
• Knowledgeable of DCS systems, PLC’s, and HMI’s
• Respond to after-hour callouts and maintain a safe, organized work environment.
• Support the site’s maintenance program, including keeping up-to-date records of all maintenance, repairs, and calibrations performed via our CMMS.
• Review process flow drawings, equipment lists, and specifications to resolve work procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams and third-party service providers.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance key performance indicators.

HSSE

• 100% compliance with company HSE policies and guidelines.
• Champion HSE as a member of the LNG Operations Team.
• Lead HSE Shift Meeting/ safety walks/audits if and when required.
• Timely intervention to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of personnel and plant.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to influence overall safety behavior in the plant.
• Safeguarding systems check lists are implemented/completed by Shift Operations to agreed frequencies and standards.
• Execute plant wide operations hazards awareness program.
• Initiate inputs for plant risk register and mitigation tracking process for operations.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience
• Valid British Columbia Journeyman ticket or Red Seal certification
• Dual Electrical & Instrumentation ticket considered an asset
• Experience with Medium Voltage VFD’s considered an asset
• Previous Commissioning and Start-up experience an asset
• Are willing to comply with WLNG's drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Undergo a pre-placement medical assessment of your fitness for duty, and Pre‑Site Access testing for alcohol and specified drugs.

Additional Experience

• Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes.
• Experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams, and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.
• Communication/interpersonal skills – to be able to interact with front line workers through to management and all hierarchical levels.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks, targets and changing priorities within tight time frames.
• Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development.