Certified Electrician

Overview

Our Certified Electricians do more than keep the lights on – they play a key role in keeping our electrical equipment, controls and business running safely and reliably. Masters of their craft, our Electricians are invaluable when it comes to ensuring our equipment and teams are set up for success. If you’re looking for a change of pace, read on to learn more

We’re looking for a Certified Electrician to join our Heffley Creek division, located in Kamloops, British Columbia. With approximately 250 employees, Heffley Creek Division produces plywood and veneer products, safely and sustainably while producing approximately 180 million square feet of plywood and 28 million square feet of veneer per year, for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Responsibilities

- Apply your knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems to troubleshoot electrical issues and come up with safe, reliable fixes.
- Use your broad electrical experience to do preventative maintenance as well as installations and upgrades, working on a variety of motors, hydraulic motion controls, optimizers and encoders.
- Use your passion for continuously improving equipment reliability to come up with solutions that keep our industrial electrical equipment and controls repaired and maintained.
- Apply your organizational and planning skills to carry out maintenance projects and programs.

Qualifications

- Experience working as an Electrician with a valid Interprovincial ticket.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) - preferably JD Edwards.
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, with little supervision and with a team.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Previous experience in a forest products environment is considered an asset.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding industrial environment.
- As we are a 24/7 operation we require individuals to have the ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends that rotate every two weeks.

Shift Information

- Day shift 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Evening shift 3:30 pm to 12:00 am
- Graveyard shift 12:00 am to 7:00 am
- Weekend 12-hour shifts plus an additional 8-hour shift during the week.

What’s in it for you?

- You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
- You’ll earn a competitive wage of $50.115 per hour.
- You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans.
- You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
- You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
- You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

About Tolko

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.

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About Kamloops

Kamloops is located in the interior of British Columbia in the scenic Thompson Valley. It is a vibrant city with a population of over 98,000 people. Kamloops is surrounded by mountains, lakes, and rivers, making it an ideal place for hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing. The region has many parks, golf courses, and outdoor amenities. For more information, visit Kamloops Tourism.

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