Certified Millwright

Canfor-; Prince George; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Canfor is seeking a Certified Millwright for our Prince George sawmill. You will maintain mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, rollers, bearings, and pneumatic systems while performing preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance to keep the line running safely and efficiently.

The role follows a rotating two-week day/afternoon/night schedule with minimum 40 hours per week. Red Seal certification is required; you must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work with urgency in

Qualifications

• Hold a Red Seal Certification.
• Have the physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrate urgency and reliability.
• Experience with welding and industrial maintenance is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, rollers and chains, bearings, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance and inspect equipment for irregularities.
• Assess when to assemble, move, replace, or dismantle machinery, under pressure.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement safe, reliable fixes to keep the mill running.
• Identify and request parts for timely repairs.
• Support creating a safe work environment for coworkers and visitors.

Skills

Red Seal Certification

Millwright

Job description

Requisition ID29738-Posted08/06/2026-Canada-BC-Prince George-Skilled Trades

Are you a skilledCertifiedMillwrightwith a knack for troubleshooting complex mechanical issues? Do you value safety and sustainability as top priorities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity that might just be your calling. We're seeking aCertifiedMillwrightfor ourPrince George, BC, sawmill, where you can utilize your Red Seal technical expertise, communication skills, and troubleshooting abilities to keep our modern sawmill operating at peak performance. Join our team and work alongside industry leaders in the forest products sector.

This role is a full-time rotating, weekday schedule (two weeks of days, 2 weeks of afternoons, and two weeks of nights, or graveyard shift) Minimum of 40 hours per week.

As a Certified Millwright, your responsibilities will include:

• Working with a high-performance team dedicated to maintaining all mill machinery, including pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers and chains, bearings, and pneumatic systems involved in the manufacturing process.
• Keeping our systems running smoothly by performing preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance, which involves inspecting machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions. You should be comfortable working under pressure.
• Effective time management, assessing carefully when to assemble, move, replace, or dismantle machinery.
• Applying your knowledge, skills, and experience to troubleshoot issues, enhance equipment reliability, and implement safe, reliable fixes to keep the mill running.
• Having great attention to detail to identify and request relevant parts for timely repairs.
• Accountability for assisting in creating a safe work environment for coworkers, customers, and site visitors.

For this role, we are looking for candidates who:

• Hold a Red Seal Certification
• Have the physical capability to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrate a high degree of urgency.
• Have knowledge of the lumber or industrial manufacturing process (an asset).
• Possess experience with welding procedures and equipment reliability (an asset).

What's in it for you:

Our people-focused approach prioritizes our employees' safety, well-being, and growth because they are critical to the success of our company. We offer competitive compensation, disability insurance, pension, extended medical insurance, paid time off, and arelocation packageif you're not from the area.

If you are a Millwright with a can-do attitude, superior troubleshooting skills, and a background in heavy industry and construction, we invite you to make a difference and build your career with Canfor at our Prince George Sawmill! Join us in our commitment to safety and sustainability.

The hourly rate for this position is: $48.66

Please Note: The wage provided is for base pay only. In addition to wage, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features cash and non-cash programs such as employer paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement & saving options and health & well-being. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and acknowledged.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.