Certified Millwright

West Fraser; Chetwynd; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental benefits

Pension and life insurance

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking a skilled Millwright for on-site work in Canada. The role involves safe operation, preventative maintenance of conveyors, sawing and other equipment, plus hoisting during installation and repair.

Candidates should have millwright certification or be pursuing it, and be comfortable working days, nights, and weekends in a team setting. Applicants with sawmill experience and strong mechanical aptitude will be favored.

Qualifications

• Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace.
• Sawmill experience is an asset.
• Valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Millwright certification or Apprentice preparing to enroll in their 4th year.
• Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work closely with other trades and employees.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible schedule for workdays, nights, and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs, lockouts and protocols, and complete PTHAs.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of conveyors, belt/chain transfer and drive systems, sawing, debarking, sorting, stacking and compressors.
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during assembly, installation, setup and repair.
• Work in man-lifts with the use of fall protection equipment.
• Repair and maintenance of hydraulic systems, pumps, valves and cylinders.
• Work positively in a team environment.

Skills

Safety commitment

Sawmill experience (asset)

Millwright certification/Apprentice in

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Flexible schedule (days/nights/weekend

Education

Journeyperson Millwright certification or Apprentice enrolled in fourth year

Job description

You'll Do

• Work in a safe manner using established SOPs, following all lockouts and protocols, and completing PTHAs.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of conveyors, various belt and chain transfer and drive systems, sawing, debarking, sorting, stacking, and compressors.
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of equipment and machinery.
• Work in man-lifts with the use of fall protection equipment.
• Repair and maintenance of hydraulic systems, pumps, valves and cylinders.
• Work positively in a team environment.

You Have

• Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace.
• Sawmill experience is an asset.
• A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright certification or a Millwrighting Apprentice preparing to enroll in their 4th
• Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work closely with other trades and employees.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible schedule for workdays, nights, and weekend shifts.

Compensation Package

• The hourly pay for this position starts at $52.04
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays.
• Are you open to relocating? We offer comprehensive relocation support!

Your Workplace Location:

The District of Chetwynd is located in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains. It is British Columbia’s entrance to the mighty Peace River Country. It is located at the junction of Highways 97 and 29 and the CN Rail mainline. Chetwynd is the natural transportation hub of the Peace River area. Chetwynd has a population of about 3,100 with a trading area of about 7,000 people. When not hard at work, the people of Chetwynd enjoy an excellent recreation complex with a wave pool, team-sized hot tub, sauna, six-sheet curling rink, ice arena, and library. The four seasons combined with virgin forests, rolling hills, snow-capped mountains, undulating fields, crystal-clear lakes and rivers make Chetwynd a playground for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Good schools, playgrounds, and fields make Chetwynd a terrific place to live and raise your family.

About Us

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.

Diversity

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

Sustainability Report | West Fraser

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We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.