Certified Millwright

Tolko Brand - External; Lumby; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Excellent benefits and retirement plan

Continued development

Positive, inclusive work environment

Shift premiums

Job summary

Tolko Brand - External in Lumby, British Columbia is seeking a Certified Millwright to join our White Valley Division. The role focuses on maintaining all mill machinery and ensuring safe, reliable operation while supporting high performance teamwork across shifts.

You will perform preventative maintenance, read blueprints, troubleshoot hydraulic systems, and mentor Apprentices in a sustainable, safety‑minded environment. Relocation support and comprehensive benefits may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Red Seal Millwright with a valid Interprovincial Ticket.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic systems.
• Reading blueprints, plans and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with CMMS – JD Edwards.
• Forest products experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance and inspect equipment for irregularities.
• Find safe ways to boost equipment reliability and streamline processes.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement safe, reliable fixes to keep the mill running.
• Share knowledge with Apprentices.

Skills

Red Seal Millwright

Hydraulic systems troubleshooting

Reading blueprints & schematics

Problem solving

Safety commitment

Communication skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

CMMS

JD Edwards

Tools

JD Edwards

CMMS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Certified Millwrights are our rockstars. They don’t just do regular PMs, troubleshoot issues and keep machines running - they keep our business running and do so in a way that keeps our employees and equipment safe. Interested in learning more about us? Read on, you may have found your new home…. We’re looking for a Certified Millwright to join our mill located in Lumby, British Columbia.Our White Valley Division produces the veneer used at our Armstrong Plywood facility. White Valley safely and sustainably produces 225,000 million square feet of veneer every year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

• Experience working as a Red Seal Millwright with a valid Interprovincial Ticket.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to working safely .
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills .
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Good organizational and planning skills .
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) - preferably JD Edwards.
• Previous experience in a forest products environment is considered an asset.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us. In this role you will:

• Work with a high-performance team dedicated to maintaining all mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers and chains, bearings and hydraulic systems involved in the manufacturing process.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance. This includes inspecting machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions.
• Find safe, creative ways to boost equipment reliability and streamline our processes.
• Troubleshoot issues and come up with safe, reliable fixes to keep the mill running.
• Share your knowledge with the next generation of maintenance rockstars – our Apprentices.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive wage of $51.245 with added premiums for working shifts, dual tickets and first aid premium, if applicable.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• Y ou may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations. We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here!

Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say ! About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.

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