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West Fraser is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Technician to keep our wood products manufacturing equipment running safely and reliably. In this role, you will inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on production lines, performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting breakdowns to minimize downtime. You'll follow strict safety procedures, interpret technical drawings, and collaborate closely with production teams. West Fraser offers strong training, advancement opportunities, and competitive benefits in a stable, sustainability-focused manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Inspect, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation Perform preventive maintenance and document work to reduce unplanned downtime Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on production lines Assist with equipment installations, adjustments, and upgrades Read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and schematics Follow all safety policies, including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements Collaborate with production teams to prioritize maintenance work and improve reliability Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement of equipment performance Required Skills Industrial equipment maintenance Mechanical troubleshooting Electrical systems basics Hydraulic and pneumatic systems Preventive maintenance planning PLC awareness and diagnostics (basic) Reading technical drawings and schematics Welding and fabrication (basic) Root cause analysis Safety and lockout/tagout procedures