Utility Maintenance Worker II (Ice Rinks)

city vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Relocation assistance

Training and support

Stable full-time employment

Job summary

The Kenora Timberstrand Plant, part of Weyerhaeuser, seeks an Industrial Electrician (Red Seal) to maintain and improve electrical and electromechanical systems across the facility. You will work under the Electrical and Instrument Supervisor and contribute to reliable power distribution, PLC control, and networked automation.

Starting wage is $50.20/hour with a $3,000 hiring bonus and relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Provincial or Interprovincial Red Seal certification as an Electrician.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule (days/nights).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot power distribution, MCCs, VFDs, and motor control systems.
• Troubleshoot electromechanical systems, including pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Program and maintain Allen–Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and networks.
• Operate EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, GE iFIX HMIs, and related networks.
• Use SAP CMMS to manage work orders and PM tasks.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance for plant improvements.

Skills

Red Seal Electrician

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

Industrial Electrician (Red Seal)

Kenora Timberstrand Plant | Kenora, Ontario | Permanent Full-Time

Starting wage: $50.20/hour. Hiring bonus: $3,000. Relocation assistance available.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage of $50.20/hour.
• Competitive total compensation and flexible benefits package.
• $3,000 hiring bonus for eligible candidates.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Training and support for the successful applicant.
• Stable permanent full-time employment with Weyerhaeuser.

About the Facility

The Kenora Timberstrand Plant is highly automated and includes multiple PLC, Motion Control, SCADA, and HMI systems, along with medium and low-voltage power distribution and motor control systems.

• Allen–Bradley ControlLogix PLC systems.
• Motion control systems.
• SCADA and HMI technologies, including GE iFIX HMIs.
• Medium and low-voltage electrical distribution.
• Motor control centres and VFD drives.
• Industrial communication networks including EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, and Common Industrial Protocol.

About the Role

Reporting to the Electrical and Instrument Supervisor, the Industrial Electrician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, inspecting, and supporting electrical and electromechanical systems throughout the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical power distribution systems, motor control centres, VFD drives, and motor control systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot integrated electromechanical systems, including pneumatic and complex hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot, program, and maintain Allen–Bradley ControlLogix PLC controllers and related industrial networks.
• Work with industrial technologies including EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, GE iFIX HMIs, and Common Industrial Protocol.
• Utilize SAP CMMS to manage work orders, preventative maintenance activities, and task plans.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Complete electrical work related to new construction, maintenance projects, and plant improvements.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Provincial or Interprovincial Red Seal certification as an Electrician.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule that includes both days and nights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and programming.
• Experience with SCADA, HMI, VFD, motor control, industrial networking, and automated manufacturing systems.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system, such as SAP CMMS.

Why Kenora?

Located on beautiful Lake of the Woods, Kenora offers excellent year-round outdoor recreation and access to one of Ontario's most scenic wilderness regions. With boating, fishing, trails, lake life, and a strong community feel, Kenora offers the opportunity to build both a career and a lifestyle.

Posting Details

Posting will remain open until filled.

Company Information

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weyerhaeuser uses automated software systems, including artificial intelligence, to assist with the screening, assessment, and/or selection of applicants.

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.