Job ID #31392: Millwright

Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal employer in Ontario seeks a qualified Millwright to maintain and repair water and wastewater treatment facilities. Responsibilities include mechanical maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and keeping detailed performance records. Candidates must hold a 433A certificate and have extensive experience in industrial plants. A valid driver’s license is required, along with strong teamwork and planning skills. A commitment to safety and environmental standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in water/wastewater industry or large industrial plants.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Self-motivated with a strong teamworking skillset.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance on water & wastewater treatment facilities.
• Maintain logs and records of equipment performance.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Metal fabrication

Welding (MIG, TIG, stick)

Teamwork

Planning and organizing

Education

433A Industrial Mechanic Millwright Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hansen

Enterprise Asset Management

Job description

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31392: Millwright
• Union: HOWEA
• Job Description ID #: 5436
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on October 1, 2025.
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Perform all duties required by the trade of an Industrial Millwright including, but not limited to, troubleshooting, repair, and operational and basic predictive and preventative mechanical maintenance duties on associated installations for the water & wastewater treatment facilities and outstations. This will involve exposure to varying climatic conditions, potential exposure to trace amounts of treatment chemicals, sludge, water and wastewater, working at computer terminals, and working at heights and in confined spaces.

This will involve exposure to varying climatic conditions, potential exposure to trace amounts of treatment chemicals, sludge, water and wastewater, working at computer terminals, and working at heights and in confined spaces.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Maintenance of Pumps: servicing and repair of pumps including impeller checking and repair/replacement, wear ring replacement, coupling and motor/gearbox alignment, seal and gland packing adjustment or replacement, bearing replacement, oiling and lubrication.
• Maintenance of valves: servicing and repair and adjustment of valves, including outstation PRV valves servicing and repair, set up and calibration of pilot operated valve systems, pneumatic and hydraulic.
• Maintenance of conveyor systems: servicing and repair of various belt and screw conveyor systems including feed systems associated with industrial type machines.
• Minor piping: servicing and repair of piping systems and associated flanges, gasket collars and other piping joints.
• Adjust, inspect and evaluate process performance and equipment to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with established procedures.
• Carry out various test procedures required to monitor equipment conditions, including vibration checks, alignment checks, temperature checks, oil sampling and general overall conditional assessments.
• Proficient in the use of the City’s embedded maintenance software programs for water and wastewater treatment equipment.
• Ability to proficiently use software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook) to carry out necessary tasks.
• Maintain logs and records pertaining to equipment performance and conditions in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform housekeeping duties in work areas as required.
• Undertake all assigned duties in a safe and professional manner, complying with the City of Hamilton Safety Policies, and in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS and all other applicable legislation.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned, which are related to the normal job function.
• Assist facility personnel in a variety of duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must hold a valid 433A Industrial Mechanic Millwright Certificate of Qualification with extensive experience in the water/wastewater industry or in large industrial plants such as manufacturing and/or utilities.
2. Training, certification and experience in metal fabrication, MIG welding, TIG welding, stick welding, maintenance machining, pipe threading/pipe fitting is an asset.
3. Proven knowledge, experience, and proficiency in using maintenance programs and routines related to water and wastewater treatment equipment or large mechanical industrial process equipment including pumps, gearboxes and valves.
4. Must be able to obtain by examination within probation period or already possess: a) Operator-in-training Wastewater Treatment Certificate of Competency; b) Operator-in-training Wastewater Collection Certificate of Competency; c) Operator-in-training Water Treatment Certificate of Competency; d) Operator-in-training Water Distribution Certificate of Competency. In addition, must be able to obtain Level 1 certification in all classifications listed above within six (6) years to continue employment.
5. Must be self-motivated with a strong team working skillset, able to work both independently and as part of a team. Must excel at planning, organizing, and implementing work pertaining to breakdown and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
6. Must possess a driver’s license, Class ‘G’ or better valid in the Province of Ontario with a point-free driving record and/or a record found to be satisfactory to the City of Hamilton and able to maintain same.
7. Thorough knowledge and understanding of statutes, regulations, and by-laws affecting the department/section (e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act Regulations, Environmental Protection Act, Safe Drinking Water Act).
8. Must be self-motivated with a strong teamworking skillset, able to work both independently and as part of a team.
9. Must excel at planning, organizing, and implementing work pertaining to breakdown and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
10. Must be able to wear and maintain self-contained breathing apparatus and be able to pass a full face mask fit test.
11. Must be able to report on-call outside normal work hours and to report to various work sites.
12. Must have a high level of computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook), and asset management applications such as Hansen and Enterprise Asset Management.
13. Must have excellent hand/eye coordination and have sufficient physical strength to lift, move, pull, push, bend, reach, grip, climb and carry objects up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
14. Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

NOTE 1: Must possess and maintain a Class "G" (or better) Driver's License, valid in Ontario, and a point-free driving record or record satisfactory to the City of Hamilton.

NOTE 2: As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.

Disclaimer: Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.