Head Electrician

West Fraser; Edson; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits

Pension and savings plans

Job summary

West Fraser is recruiting a Head Electrician for its Edson division in Alberta. You will lead a high-performing electrical crew, report to the Maintenance Superintendent, and ensure safe, efficient maintenance of mill equipment.

The role requires a Journeyman certificate, a strong electrical background, and 5–8 years of experience. Join a team focused on safety, reliability, and cost-effective operations in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate required.
• Strong electrical background in manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in decision making with troubleshooting skills.
• 5–8 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment for Maintenance by enforcing safe practices and training.
• Collaborate with Production, Technical and Purchasing to maintain mill equipment.
• Manage, schedule and supervise a crew, work orders, priorities, shutdowns, and breakdowns.
• Manage major maintenance projects.
• Coordinate preventative and predictive maintenance with reliability engineers.
• Oversee maintenance costs and budgets.

Skills

Electrical background

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Safety

Communication

MS Office

Education

Journeyman certificate

Tools

CMMS

PLC

VFD

MCC

HMI

Job description

Job Category: Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: HEADE017774

• Posted : August 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Edson Lumber
Edson, AB T7E1V2, CAN

Description

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Edson division is currently recruiting for a Head Electrician.

As a member of our management team, you will be reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. Your responsibilities include supervising a high performing electrical crew to provide safe and efficient services to the division.

You’ll Do:

• 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

You have:

• A journey trade certificate
• A strong electrical background knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment
• Experience in decision making with proven trouble shooting skills
• 5-8 years of experience is preferred

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 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
• Preference may be given to candidates with experience and qualifications in the forest industry

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
• 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.

Your Workplace Location:

Experience the allure of Edson, Alberta, with this exciting opportunity in the heart of Yellowhead County. Located just an hour east of Jasper National Park and approximately 2.5 hours from Edmonton, Edson offers a vibrant community of 8,000 residents surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Explore the endless outdoor recreational activities and charming local attractions that Edson has to offer. Embrace small-town living at its finest and discover the warmth of community spirit. Join us in Edson and make mountain living your reality. Discover more atwww.edson.ca .

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.