Certified Millwright – Sawmill (Rotating Shifts + Relocation)

Canfor; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Disability insurance

Pension

Extended medical insurance

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Canfor is seeking a Certified Millwright for our Grande Prairie sawmill. The role emphasizes Red Seal expertise, troubleshooting, and maintaining pumps, conveyors, and mechanical systems to keep the mill running efficiently.

You will join a high-performance team on a rotating weekday schedule, with two weeks of days, afternoons, and nights. Relocation assistance is offered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrate a high degree of urgency.
• Knowledge of lumber/industrial manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience with welding procedures is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all mill machinery, including pumps, conveyors, compressors, and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance to keep equipment running.
• Manage time to assemble, move, replace, or dismantle machinery.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement safe, reliable fixes.
• Identify parts and ensure timely repairs with attention to detail.
• Support a safe work environment for coworkers and site visitors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Communication

Time management

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Canfor is seeking a Certified Millwright for our Grande Prairie sawmill. The role emphasizes Red Seal expertise, troubleshooting, and maintaining pumps, conveyors, and mechanical systems to keep the mill running efficiently.

You will join a high-performance team on a rotating weekday schedule, with two weeks of days, afternoons, and nights. Relocation assistance is offered for the right candidate.