Job Description
West Fraser is seeking a Wood Products Maintenance Technician to support safe, reliable mill operations in our modern manufacturing environment. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems on sawmill and processing equipment, performing both preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce downtime. Working closely with production and safety teams, you'll follow strict safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures, use drawings and schematics to diagnose issues, document work in a CMMS, and support continuous improvement in equipment reliability. West Fraser offers strong training, advancement opportunities, and competitive benefits in a stable, sustainability-focused industry.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair wood products manufacturing equipment and systems
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime
- Maintain and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical components
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and equipment schematics
- Follow all safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout and PPE requirements
- Document maintenance activities and parts usage in a CMMSCollaborate with production and safety teams to support reliable mill operations
- Assist with installation, alignment, and commissioning of new equipment
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and recommend improvements
- Support a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement
Required Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical systems maintenance
- PLC and controls basics
- Hydraulics and pneumatics repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Preventive maintenance
- Blueprints and schematics reading
- Industrial safety procedures
- Root cause analysis
- CMMS usage