About this role
<table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td><b>Posting ID:</b></td> <td> </td> <td>27807</td> </tr> <tr> <td><b>Position Type:</b></td> <td> </td> <td><span><span>Regular</span></span> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><b>City:</b></td> <td> </td> <td>Thomasville, GA, United States </td> </tr> <tr> <td><b>Location: </b></td> <td> </td> <td><span>Thomasville Plant</span> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><span style="">The hourly wage will vary based on position and shift.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><b><u><span style="">The Opportunity:</span></u></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph"> </p> <p class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Working as an <b>Electrician</b>, you'll be the go-to person for all things electrical in our sawmill. You'll ensure our machinery and equipment are operating at their best, troubleshoot and fix electrical issues, and play a key role in maintaining a safe workplace. If you love working with your hands, solving problems, and being part of a dynamic team, this </span></span><span style="">opportunity at our Sawmill in <b>Thomasville, GA</b>, </span><span><span style="">could be the perfect job for you! </span></span><span style="">Join us and put your skills to use to help keep our modern sawmill running at peak performance.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph"> </p> <p class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="">This is a full-time, permanent position for our night shift (second shift), offering a 10% shift differential.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph"> </p> <p class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><b><u><span style="">What you will do as an Electrician:</span></u></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph"> </p> <ul> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Perform regular maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and equipment to ensure they are in top working condition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Diagnose and repair electrical problems in a timely manner to minimize downtime.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Install new electrical systems, machinery, and equipment as needed.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Ensure all electrical work complies with local, state, and federal safety regulations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Recommend and implement upgrades to improve electrical systems and processes.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repair work.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Work closely with other team members, including mechanics and production staff, to ensure smooth operations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p class="paragraph"> </p> <p class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><b><u><span style="">Experience and skills that will help you stand out:</span></u></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph"> </p> <ul> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Minimum of 3 years of experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in a sawmill or similar setting.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Strong knowledge of electrical systems, blueprints, and schematics. Excellent troubleshooting skills.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and working in various weather conditions.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</span> </span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="">Experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment would be considered a plus. Knowledge of the lumber manufacturing process would be an asset. </span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span><span style="">A commitment to safety and the ability to follow strict safety protocols.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="">Ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating with other electricians, operations, production staff, and supervisors. </span></span></span></span></span></li> <li class="paragraph"><span style=""><span style=""><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="">A high degree of urgency. </span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><b>Don't check off every single bullet point?</b> At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align to still apply.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style=""><span style=""><span style="">At Canfor, <b>we embrace diversity,</b> valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that <b>inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge</b>. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><b>Why Canfor?</b> We're a <b>global leader in low-carbon forest products</b> like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><b>Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety</b>, well-being, and growth. We provide learning opportunities for skill development at every career stage, competitive compensation, and <b>industry-leading benefits</b> for employees and their families.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p><span style=""><span style=""><span style="">Join us today, and together, <b>we can build a sustainable future.</b></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><span style=""><span style="">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, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.</span></span></span></p>