Journeyman Electrician - Edson

Weyerhaeuser; Edson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable wood products is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for their Edson, AB facility. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining various electrical systems, providing PLC programming support, and ensuring a safe working environment. The position requires a Journeyman Electrician certificate and offers competitive pay along with full benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for skilled tradespeople.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Vacation

Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician certification required.
• Five years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in troubleshooting and programming Allen-Bradley PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment including power distribution.
• Provide PLC programming support and assist in basic mechanical maintenance.
• Install, repair, and manage electrical systems in the facility.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Safety commitment

Education

Journeyman Electrician certificate

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Job description

Weyerhaeuser Company is currently recruiting a Journeyman Electrician for 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.

The rate of pay is $50.58 per hour.

Shift Rotations are 12-hour shifts, 4 on/4 off; or, 10-hour shifts, Monday-Thursday, or Tuesday-Friday.

Full benefits include:

Health, Well-Being, and Future
* Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision for you and your family.
* Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions.
* Employee Assistance Program.

Time Away from Work
* Paid vacation.
* Health, dental and vision benefits.
* Disability benefits.

Appreciation and Opportunity
* Competitive base pay and a site performance bonus plan.
* Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Key Functions:
* 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.

• Must have Journeyman Electrician certificate.
• Must have five (5) years of experience.
• Instrumentation Experience (Dual ticket an asset but not required).
• 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.

About Wood Products
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.