Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

IPEX; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of advanced plastic piping systems is seeking a Journeyman Millwright for their Edmonton facility. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery, ensuring optimal performance in a fast-paced environment. Join a team focused on innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Optional company-matched RRSP contributions

Paid statutory holidays

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate as a Millwright required.
• Forklift certification required; internal training available.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair stationary industrial machinery.
• Create work orders in the computer maintenance management system.
• Train and guide apprentices or helpers.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Journeyman Certificate

Tools

Forklift

Welding Equipment

Machine Tools

Job description

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

Would you like to ply your trade in an innovative production facility? If so, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Millwright! This role will be based out of our PVC manufacturing facility in Edmonton, AB.

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit, and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

We are seeking a Journeyman Millwright to focus on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing stationary industrial machinery, mechanical systems, and mechanical equipment. The Journeyman Millwright reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

This is a full-time position, with rotating 12-hour shifts, with a proposed hourly pay range of $[to be filled].

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and layout work assignments from complex blueprints, sketches, or verbal instructions and accomplish these assignments efficiently.
• Operate mobile material handling equipment to position machinery and parts during installation, setup, and repair.
• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair plant machinery, equipment, systems, and structures safely and competently.
• Use all tools and operate machine tools such as lathes and grinders for overhaul, maintenance, or setup.
• Construct foundations for machinery or supervise others in foundation construction.
• Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Create work orders in the computer maintenance management system (CMMS) for tasks exceeding 10 minutes.
• Close out work orders and provide feedback to maintenance planners and supervisors.
• Provide training and guidance to apprentices or helpers during their duties.
• Stay updated with all relevant codes affecting repair, maintenance, safety, and construction.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and keep accurate records.
• Proactively work to improve plant mechanical performance and suggest improvements.
• Collaborate with other staff during emergencies, shutdowns, and non-operational periods to restore equipment quickly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Journeyman certificate as a Millwright required; interprovincial red seal is an asset.
• Forklift certification required; internal training available.
• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively.

Excellent time management skills are essential.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision care.
• Optional company-matched RRSP contributions.
• Paid statutory holidays.

Working Conditions

The role involves almost 100% time spent in the plant environment, requiring physical labor such as lifting (50-100 lbs.), pulling, pushing, standing, and walking. Exposure to heat, dust, noise, and equipment hazards is common. Sensory attention is necessary, and work pace may be unpredictable, requiring stress management.