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Job Description
Irving Forest Products is seeking qualified Industrial Electricians to join our team at North America’s largest Eastern White Pine sawmill - a modern world-class facility backed by strong ownership committed to innovation and employee development. Work alongside a skilled team of electricians, engineers and E&I professionals in a dynamic industrial environment.
Resume with relevant work experience required; applications without a resume will not be considered
What We Offer:
- $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Hourly wage based on experience - $30 - $41 - plus $2.00 shift differential
- 401k with 5% Company Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Reimbursement Accounts
- Annual Tool Allowance
- Annual Uniform Credit
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Discount Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent Scholarship Programs
- In-house professional certifications and training courses
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintain and optimize electrical systems to ensure equipment efficiency.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance.
- Troubleshoot electrical motors, VFDs and Soft Starts and PLC systems.
- Install and commission electrical components (motor starters, conduit runs and Motor Control Centers).
- Understanding Ethernet communication and wiring standards.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests from operations.
- Education Required: Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology or an equivalent apprenticeship
- Years of Experience Preferred:
- 2-5 years of industrial maintenance experience
- Familiarity with PLCs and VFDs is an asset
- Willingness to work a rotating shift, including weekends with the opportunity of a fixed day or night shift
- Previous sawmill experience is considered an asset
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.