mill electrician

• Posted by : Partap Forest Products Ltd

 December 07, 2025 - September 07, 2026

• Job category : Electrician

• Salary : $46.50 per hour

         

Job Description

Mill Electrician

Employer: Partap Forest Products Ltd. at 23372 River Road, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1B6

Position available: 2

Salary: $46.50 hourly

Hours: 30 to 40 per week

Language: English

Experience: 1 to 2 years of experience

Education: Completion of Secondary School

Start Date: as soon as possible

Duties:

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems and equipment used throughout log breakdown, sawmilling, planer mill, and finished lumber operations.

• Inspect, test, and service electric motors, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), starters, sensors, and industrial control panels.

• Diagnose and correct electrical faults affecting conveyors, sorters, saw lines, planers, edgers, stackers, and material-handling systems.

• Install, terminate, and maintain power distribution systems, including switchgear, transformers, panel boards, breakers, and grounding systems.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and PLC I/O documentation to support troubleshooting and upgrades.

• Perform preventive and predictive electrical maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure consistent production of high-quality finished lumber.

• Install and maintain industrial wiring systems, including conduit, cable trays, armored cable, and control wiring in a mill environment.

• Test electrical systems using appropriate diagnostic tools to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Support equipment start-ups, shutdowns, and production changeovers from an electrical standpoint.

• Coordinate work activities with millwrights, supervisors, and production staff during scheduled maintenance and breakdowns.

• Ensure all work complies with the Canadian Electrical Code, provincial regulations, and company safety standards.

• Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures and all occupational health and safety requirements.

• Maintain electrical tools, testing equipment, and detailed maintenance records.

To apply for the position, e-mail your resume to: partapjobs@gmail.com