Electrical Apprentice

**Sault Ste. Marie, ON**

Arauco North America is an industry leader in the manufacture of Particleboard and MDF. Since 1960, Arauco (formerly Flakeboard) has supplied a wide variety of quality, pre-finished panels to distribution centers and manufacturers throughout Canada and the United States. The Sault Ste Marie MDF mill, and Lamination facility continues to generate exceptional performance metrics and produces at one of the highest operating levels within North America. We work within a team-based culture which empowers staff to contribute to our business development.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Responsible to respond to mill breakdowns in a timely and efficient manner and working closely with area operators to resolve maintenance related issues
- Investigate the root cause of equipment failure and make recommendations for long term fix
- Helps to develop PMs
- Lead the troubleshooting and proper documentation (maintenance logbook) of all maintenance-related items
- Lead the RIP (Reliability Improvement Program) process for downtime and send RIP communication prior to the end of the shift
- Communication of maintenance-related issues at the maintenance meetings
- Follow-up on outstanding maintenance shift issues from previous shift
- Enter appropriate notifications for required follow-up work.
- Complete assigned work orders or other PM activities based on established priority and return completed paperwork
- Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of troubleshooting resources (prints, manuals, job plans, tools, spare parts, etc.)
- Responsible for being aware of maintenance issues throughout the mill or assigned area (logbooks, interaction with operators)
- Works closely with Planners
- Will possibly lead a project from start to finish (consulting with manufactures/distributors, getting quotes, making purchase requests, developing job plans/timelines, install, commission, update prints, develop pm’s, training manuals, etc.)
- Supports the crew in operate/maintain activities to keep the mill operating during an emergency or short staffing conditions
- Participate in maintenance meetings and other group functional meetings / training sessions.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- College graduate with Electrical Technician/Technologist Diploma and/or hold a valid ticket as a certified Industrial or Construction Electrician.
- 3+ years electrical maintenance experience in an automated industrial setting is an asset
- Demonstrates a strong awareness towards safety
- Strong knowledge of Rockwell based automated systems
- Good understanding of instrumentation devices and their integration in an automated system
- Good understanding of power distribution systems: transformers, PDCs, MCC etc
- Strong commitment to excellence and attention to detail
- Proven problem solver with solid analytical skills
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, peers, and industry colleagues/contacts in a team environment.
- Excellent computer skills, particularly in AutoCAD and Microsoft based programs
- Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to a wide variety of tasks and functions
- Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills with the ability to adapt to change
- Ability to work a rotating 12-Hour Shift Schedule.
- Ability to work effectively as a part of the Maintenance Team to achieve all departmental goals.

**WHAT CANDIDATES CAN EXPECT**:

- Selected applicants will be scheduled for Electrical Skills test.
- Selected applicants will then be scheduled for a panel Interview.

This position offers an attractive compensation package with a gain and profit-sharing plan, as well as an excellent Health/Dental and Pension Plan and very supportive work environment.

**_Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know._**
- Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know._