Job Category : Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number : REDSE017996

Posted : September 17, 2026

Full-Time

Locations
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Travel Required : No

Description
West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Grande Prairie OSB is currently recruiting for a Red Seal Certified Electrician.

Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader, the Red Seal Certified Electrician safely performs predictive & preventative repairs to achieve our reliability goals and maintain the mill on a day-to-day basis. Electricians are part of the site Maintenance Team entrusted to install and maintain electrical and electronic systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems and production machinery.

If your career path includes Leadership aspirations – then you should absolutely be applying for this opportunity. This position is part of our succession plan for future Electrical Leadership.

Ensure 100% safety commitment towards completing all tasks

Active participation towards providing a protected working environment

PM’s, emergency work orders, corrective work and shift coverage

Install, maintain and troubleshoot high voltage equipment and motors up to 4160 volts

Utilizing various PLC and HMI systems for troubleshooting and programming new logic

Participating in Root Cause Analysis involving an electrical failure

Install & maintain power supply wiring and conduit for equipment such as conveyor systems, programmable controllers and lighting systems.

Required to know hoisting and rigging protocols

Solid knowledge and commitment to Lock Out / Tag Out protocols

Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve concerns impacting process equipment

Actively involved in the predictive and preventative maintenance of all equipment





Maintain site standards for PMs and other key maintenance targets

Responsible for housekeeping and maintaining clean / organized work areas

Able to effectively maintain and manage all related tools and supplies

Responding to changing priorities and operating conditions to meet business needs

You have:

Fully certified Red Seal Electrician

Minimum of three (3) years of Electrical experience in an industrial environment; preference given to those with forest product experience

A relentless commitment to safe work practices

Strong planning and organizational skills

Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment

Effective communication and computer skills are required

Supervisory or Leadership experience are beneficial but not required

Your Workplace Location:
Grande Prairie, AB has a population of over 70 000 and is
West Fraser Grande Prairie is located about 10 minutes south of city limits

The Certified Electrician must be capable of working in an OSB manufacturing environment that includes exposure to noise, heights, grated elevated walkways, confined spaces, odors and the physical ability to respond to mill-wide events and lift / carry reasonable weights.

Shift schedule is either 5 x 8-hour or 4 x 10-hour days. With potential to join the 28-Day Rotating Shift schedule (12 hours).

A reasonable amount of Over Time is expected to respond to immediate business needs and events including annual maintenance outage, capital projects, and Team support.

Compensation Package:





Competitive hourly rate with access to overtime

Benefits package includes medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation, EFAP resources and more

Are you open to relocating? We offer comprehensive relocation support!

About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally recognized forest certifications.

Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Red Seal Certified Electrician (Alberta)
🏢 West Fraser
📍 Alberta