Industrial Electrician Apprentice (3rd or 4th Year)

Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork? Join our St. Stephen team as an Industrial Electrician!
 

What we are looking for:

• Registered Block 3 or 4 Apprentice
• Minimum 2 years experience in manufacturing 
• Experience working with PLC’s 
• Knowledge of electrical systems, tools and equipment 
• Familiarity of the basic functions of a Computerized Maintenance Management System preferred (SAP preferred)
• Proven ability to effectively communicate and interact with people for problem solving, coaching, and work planning

What we offer:

• Retirement planning options, including employer pension matching 
• Health & dental benefits, with premiums paid by the Company 
• Profit sharing and gain sharing programs
• Employee wellness, including a gym reimbursement program
• Opportunities to learn and develop, including a tuition reimbursement program  

In this role, you will: 

• Follow all safety rules and occupational health and safety act
• Troubleshoot and maintain production equipment, which includes electrical, hydraulic, mechanic and pneumatic systems
• Work from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings and equipment specifications
• Repair and replace electric and electronic components such as motors, contactors, relays, timers, and kind of switches, PLC’s, light curtains, motor controls, etc.
• Make calculations for load requirements for circuits and chooses appropriate size and grade components
• Run new power supply lines to new and relocated equipment according to Hydro codes and other applicable standards and regulations
• Work to IEE wiring regulations, Electrical Safety Code and company codes
• Wire new control panels according to drawings, and verbal instructions under consideration of Hydro Codes and other applicable standards, and regulations
• Locate and diagnoses faults on electrical equipment or systems which may involve complex interlocking or interrelated circuits.
• Inform electrical coordinator about changes in electric circuits or updates the original diagrams
• Work primarily on voltages up to 575V
• Maintain and adjusts electrical supply and production equipment to maximize operating performance
• Help to maintain electric spare part inventory levels in stock room
• Maintain work order and preventive/predictive maintenance system by filling in the required forms
• Read and write electrical and electronic schematics as well as read basic hydraulic and pneumatic circuits
• Install, examine, replace and repair electronic wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance

About Us: At ARAUCO, we’re more than a global leader in sustainable wood products—we’re a team driven by innovation, environmental stewardship, and strong core values. Committed to responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship, we create products that shape industries and protect the planet. Sustainability is central to everything we do—from responsible forestry to reducing environmental impact, we are dedicated to preserving natural resources for future generations. 

 Grow your career with purpose and help us shape a better future—one product, one idea, and one team at a time. 

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Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization. Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 

Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment 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.