Certified Millwright

Canfor; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the forest products sector is looking for a skilled Certified Millwright to join their team in Whitecourt, AB. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for safety and sustainability, who can troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and ensure the sawmill operates at peak performance. You will be part of a high-performance team dedicated to maintaining mill machinery and enhancing equipment reliability. With a people-focused approach, the company offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to build your career and make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Extended Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation Package

$5,000 Government Bonus

Qualifications

• Must hold a Red Seal Certification and have experience in troubleshooting.
• Physical capability to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all mill machinery, including pumps and conveyors.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues to enhance equipment reliability.

Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

Posting ID: 28060

Position Type: Regular

City: Whitecourt, AB, Canada

Location: Whitecourt

Are you a skilled Certified Millwright with 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 a Certified Millwright for our Whitecourt, AB 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.

Responsibilities:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Effective time management, assessing carefully when to assemble, move, replace, or dismantle machinery.
4. Applying your knowledge, skills, and experience to troubleshoot issues, enhance equipment reliability, and implement safe, reliable fixes to keep the mill running.
5. Having great attention to detail to identify and request relevant parts for timely repairs.
6. Accountability for assisting in creating a safe work environment for coworkers, customers, and site visitors.

Qualifications:

1. Hold a Red Seal Certification.
2. Have the physical capability to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
3. Demonstrate a high degree of urgency.
4. Have knowledge of the lumber or industrial manufacturing process (an asset).
5. 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 a relocation package if 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 Whitecourt, AB Sawmill! Join us in our commitment to safety and sustainability.

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.

Moving from outside of Alberta? You may be eligible for a $5,000 bonus from the government of Alberta!

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