Certified Millwright

West Fraser; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Benefits package

Job summary

West Fraser Grande Prairie OSB is seeking a Certified Millwright to join the Maintenance Team. You will repair and maintain process equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and participate in safety inspections in an OSB environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Red Seal Millwright certification with 5+ years of related experience and demonstrates strong planning, teamwork, and communication skills. The role offers an opportunity in a collaborative, safety-driven setting with overtime and

Qualifications

• Certified Millwright required (Red Seal)
• 5+ years millwright experience in an industrial environment preferred, forestry experience valued
• Ability to perform light fabrication and welding is an asset
• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement
• Strong planning, organization and teamwork abilities
• Good communication and computer skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair process equipment with focus on safety and reliability
• Perform predictive and preventative maintenance activities
• Conduct safety and mechanical inspections and hoisting operations
• Troubleshoot and analyze root causes of mechanical failures
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Collaborate with maintenance team to support outages and capital projects

Skills

Safety commitment

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety inspections

Rigging

Root cause analysis

Housekeeping

5+ years millwright experience

Light fabrication/welding

Planning & organization

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Red Seal Millwright certification

Job description

Job Category: Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: CERTI018116

• Posted : October 19, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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• Travel Required : No

Description

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Grande Prairie OSB is currently recruiting for a “Certified Millwright”.

Reporting to the Mechanical Team Lead, the Certified Millwright is a key member of our Maintenance Team – ensuring the safe & reliable repair of process equipment and effective preventative maintenance practices.

You’ll Do:

• Demonstrate 100% commitment towards completing all tasks safely
• Trouble shoot and problem solve items impacting process equipment
• Active involvement with predictive and preventative maintenance
• Effectively complete safety and mechanical inspections
• Execute safe lifts using hoisting, rigging, proper slings & shackles
• Provide insight with root cause analysis of mechanical failure
• Participate in effective housekeeping of clean & organized work areas

You have:

• Red Seal Millwright certification
• Minimum of five (5) years of millwright experience in an industrial environment is preferred; with preference given to those with forest product experience
• Ability to carry out light fabrication and welding tasks will be considered an asset
• Relentless commitment to safe work practices
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Effective communication and computer skills

Compensation Package:

• Competitive hourly rate with access to overtime
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation, EFAP resources and more
• Are you open to relocating? We offer comprehensive relocation support!

Your Workplace Location:

Grande Prairie, AB has a population of over 70 000 and is <5 hours northwest of Edmonton. GP is the “hub” for northern Alberta, northern BC and the NWT; with infrastructure to support an additional 250 000 visitors. Grande Prairie is a thriving community with plenty to offer to everyone including recreational facilities, outdoor activities, wide array of retail operations, growing education facilities and much more.

• West Fraser Grande Prairie is located about 10 minutes south of city limits
• The Certified Millwright must be capable of working in an OSB manufacturing environment that includes exposure to noise, heights, grated elevated walkways, confined spaces, odors and the physical ability to respond to mill-wide events and lift / carry reasonable weights.
• Shift schedule is either 5 x 8-hour or 4 x 10-hour days. With potential to join the 28-Day Rotating Shift schedule (12 hours).
• A reasonable amount of Over Time is expected to respond to immediate business needs and events including annual maintenance outage, capital projects, and Team support.

About Us:

Today, West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities inCanada,the United States, theUnited Kingdom, andEurope, which promotes sustainable forest practices in its operations. The Company produces lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and other residuals. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and box materials.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

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.

We would like to thank allapplicantsfor their interest; however, only those candidatesselectedfor an interviewwill be contacted.