Industrial Electrician / Plc, Thunder Bay Sawmill

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Industrial Electrician / Plc, Thunder Bay Sawmill. This job is full-time permanent.

Overview:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be part of a results-oriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations.

Our Offer:

• A base salary of $42.68 per hour (Process Control rated at $44.00; next increase Sep. 09, 2026)
• Alternate Shift Schedule (4on x 3off; 42 hour average work schedule)
• Shift Premium of $.65 per hour
• Retention Payment of $0.50 per regular hour worked
• Annual Tool allowance $300
• The opportunity to work overtime paid at time and a half
• Benefits Package (health, dental, life insurance, disability, etc)
• CAAT Pension Plan with employer contribution
• Referral bonuses
• A personal and family assistance program
• A training and development support program
• A social club that offers you a wide range of activities to do with your colleagues and family;
• A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Your Challenges:

• Apply the required health and safety, environmental and quality procedures
• Collaborate with Production and Maintenance personnel with daily operation activities
• Utilize the Maintenance Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for processing work orders, weekly schedules, PM's, and updating the equipment database;
• Perform preventive maintenance and carry out modification work on the various equipment;
• Improve, optimize and diagnose different control, artificial vision power and servo systems;
• Respond to production calls during downtime;
• Communicate updates to supervisor to maintain goals

Your Profile:

• Industrial or Construction Electrical certification
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in related industrial environment
• Your uncompromising approach to safety is recognized
• You have recognized relational skills and you like teamwork;
• You are available for mill 12 hour operational shift schedules.

Reason for Posting: This is a replacement position.

To be considered for this position, please apply today! To be eligible for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada for our company.

Our Thunder Bay Sawmill is located at 156 Darrel Avenue, Thunder Bay, ON. The community of Thunder Bay is located in Northwest Ontario. For more information about the region, please visit http://www.thunderbay.ca/ or www.visitthunderbay.com)

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.

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