Electrician Certified

West Fraser; High Prairie; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

West Fraser in High Prairie, Alberta is seeking a Certified Electrician for the High Prairie Lumber sawmill. The role focuses on maintaining electrical systems, ensuring safe operations, and supporting production efficiency.

Ideal candidates hold a Red Seal and Journeyperson Certification with several years of industrial electrical experience, including PLCs and instrumentation. Relocation support is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as an electrician.
• Red Seal Certificate is required.
• A valid Journeyperson Certification is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Understanding of process controls and instrumentation, including electric over pneumatic or hydraulic.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure consistent operations of electrical equipment at the sawmill complex.
• Verify and document repairs via computer-based software.
• Monitor product quality and provide feedback.
• Read PLC programming for AB PLC5, Control Logix 5000.
• Perform preventative maintenance with small construction projects.
• Troubleshoot various equipment with other trades.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal and team-building

Problem-solving and analytical

Process controls & instrumentation

Education

Red Seal Certificate

Journeyperson Certification

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Job Category: Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: ELECT017693

• Posted : July 31, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

High Prairie HPF
High Prairie Lumber
PO Box 1320
High Prairie, AB T0G1E0, CAN

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. “High Prairie Lumber” is currently recruiting for a Certified Electrician position.

You’ll Do:

• Maintain a safe work environment
• Ensure consistent operations of all electrical equipment at the sawmill complex
• Verify and document repairs, via computer-based software
• Monitor product quality and provide feedback
• Ability to read Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming, for AB PLC5, Control Logix 5000
• Preventative maintenance with small construction projects
• Troubleshooting various pieces of equipment, with other trades

You have:

• Several years of experience as an electrician
• Candidates must possess a Red Seal Certificate
• A valid Journeyperson Certification is required
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills
• An understanding of Process Controls and Instrumentation, including but not limited to electric over pneumatic or hydraulic

Considered a strong asset:

• Previous experience working in a sawmill or an industrial environment
• Weekend and/or shift work would be required

Compensation Package:

• The hourly pay rate for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location.
• Are you open to relocating? We offer comprehensive relocation support!

Location:

High Prairie is a town in northern Alberta, Canada, within Big Lakes County, home to about 2,500 residents. Due to its proximity to the western shores of Lesser Slave Lake, High Prairie has a thriving tourism industry, particularly in the warmer summer months. High Prairie is a busy community full of opportunities for potential growth and adventure. With all the outdoor activities and the beautiful Lesser Slave Lake’s proximity, there are countless ways to fill your time. With the town of Slave Lake (1h drive) and Grand Prairie (2h drive) in close- -proximity, you also have larger center amenities within reach. High Prairie has many things for everyone.

About Us:

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.

Diversity:

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.