is assisting with the recruitment and training for
West
Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF,
plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in
Canada, the United States, and Europe. They are the largest lumber producer in
North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the
world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). The new facility in Allendale County will
manufacture OSB.
Potential employment opportunities exist for:
Electrician
In general, all Electrician roles are required to repair,
install, replace, program, and test all electrical circuits, and equipment.
Periodically perform or assist others in routine to moderately complex repairs
or installation of automatic electrical and electronic controls.
Responsibilities include:
Perform routine electrical/electronic preventative maintenance on mill equipment
Responsible
for the repair, modification, and maintenance of a variety of electrical
and electronic equipment
Perform
tasks like wiring circuits, replacing components, and repairing electronic
devices
Performs
test reading using several different instruments, including multi-meter
and Megger.
Remain
current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending classes as
needed.
Work
rotating shifts, which includes nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime
as scheduled or required.
Willing
and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations,
including wearing safety equipment and completing all required training.
Other
duties as assigned
Qualifications and skills include:
High
School or GED
Basic
reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
Background
in Electrical fundamentals
Must
have knowledge in 3 phase and single-phase power distribution systems,
motor controls, wiring, and troubleshooting of such systems.
Experience
with 480-volt power and logic circuits
Strong
computer, math, analytical, and planning skills
Must
be able to understand and follow electrical schematics proficiently
without supervision
Familiar
with machine control systems
Ability
to troubleshoot (complex) machine control systems
Identify
the features and functions of controllers
Describe
and compare pneumatic and electronic controllers
Identify
the signal path through a control circuit
A
combination of higher education and experience will be taken into
consideration
Eligible
to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Willing
and able to work a 12-hour rotating schedule which will include nights,
weekends, and holidays
Willing
and able to work on an emergency call-in basis when required
Ability
to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team
Willingness
and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills
Consistent,
predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications:
VFD drives experience
PLC
Experience
Able to
interpret PLC logic as it relates to its application to process and
equipment for troubleshooting purposes
Compensation package and
benefits include:
Benefits starting Day 1
Competitive starting pay On-the-job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
401k with company match
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees
can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development
opportunities.
Apply online at www.westfraser.com/jobs or your local SC Works office.
You will be
taken to another site to complete your application.
An
Equal Opportunity Employer
