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Electrician
@ Canfor
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
Canfor Green Energy is hiring a Certified Electrician in Grande Prairie, AB, to maintain, repair, install and modify power plant equipment. The work covers inspections, electrical troubleshooting, PLC programming and emergency response to keep the plant running. The posting asks for Red Seal or journeyman certification and PLC experience, and does not state a schedule, pay or employment type.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect and maintain electrical systems, wiring, circuits and control panels
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults in machinery, sensors and transmitters
- Program, troubleshoot and optimize PLCs and control systems
- Respond promptly to electrical emergencies and breakdowns
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal or certified journeyman
- Strong background in PLCs and troubleshooting
- Strong commitment to safety
- Grade 12, GED or minimum 5 years related experience
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, Certified Journeyman |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Canfor
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Full company description
Canfor is a world leading manufacturer of wood products like lumber for building houses and construction, pulp and paper, wood pellets and green energy. We have a history dating back to 1938 in Western Canada and have grown into a successful global company with people, customers, operations and sales offices around the world.
- LinkedIn followers
- 40,145
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,627
- Reported office locations
- 100–1700 West 75th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2, CA
- 5162 Northwood Pulp Mill Road, PO Box 9000, Prince George, BC V2L 4W2, CA
- 3700 Clay Pond Road, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29579, US
- 230 - 1700 West 75th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2, US
- Business categories
- Green Building
- Manufacturing
- Green Consumer Goods
- Other recorded names
- Canfor
- Specialties
- Pulp Products
- SPF Lumber
- Green Energy
- Southern Yellow Pine
- Wood Products
- Engineered Wood Products
- and Lumber Products
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 324,813,762
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Canfor is a world leading manufacturer of wood products like lumber for building houses and construction, pulp and paper, wood pellets and green energy. We have a history dating back to 1938 in Western Canada and have grown into a successful global company with people, customers, operations and sales offices around the world.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1938 |
| Specialties | Pulp ProductsSPF LumberGreen EnergySouthern Yellow PineWood ProductsEngineered Wood Productsand Lumber Products |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 32 |
| View page |
| Posting ID: | 29857 | |
| Position Type: | Regular | |
| City: | Grande Prairie, AB, Canada | |
| Location: | Canfor Green Energy |
We're seeking a Certified Electrician at Canfor Green Energy in Grande Prairie, AB. Our Electriciansare responsible for the safe maintenance, repair, installation and modification of all power plant-related equipment, applying their skills to maximize uptime, quality and production.
As a Certified Electrician, your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct regular inspections and maintenance on electrical systems, including wiring, circuits, and control panels within the mill.
- Diagnose and repair electrical issues in machinery, sensors, transmitters, and other equipment to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other control systems to enhance efficiency and precision in the mill processes.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines when working with electrical systems.
- Identify and address electrical safety hazards within the power plant environment to maintain a safe working atmosphere.
- Respond promptly to electrical emergencies and breakdowns to minimize downtime.
- Prioritize and address critical electrical issues to ensure the continuous operation of power plant equipment.
- Collaborate with other maintenance and operations personnel to coordinate electrical repairs and maintenance activities.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to convey information about electrical systems and potential improvements.
For this role, we are looking for candidates who have:
- Certified Journeyman or Red Seal
- A strong background in PLC’s and troubleshooting
- Strong commitment to safety
- You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work with others to perform all aspects of maintenance activities.
- Completion of grade 12, a GED or a minimum of 5 years related work experience
We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing on qualifications and experience.
We appreciate all candidates' interest, but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.
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