Machinist

select people solutions; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Stable, long-term employment

Opportunities across diverse projects

Job summary

Select People Solutions is searching for an experienced Machinist to join our client's team in the Lethbridge area. The successful candidate will set up and operate manual machining equipment, read blueprints, and apply precise tolerances to produce, repair, and assemble components.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefit package, stable, long-term employment, and daily daytime hours, with opportunities to work across a variety of machining and repair projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machining experience in repair or custom machining.
• Experience with heavy equipment components in relevant industries.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Safety-conscious with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment, including lathes and milling machines.
• Independently plan and complete machining operations per project specs.
• Machine, repair, fit and assemble components to tight tolerances.
• Inspect work using precision measuring tools to ensure accuracy.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, charts and tables.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and complete repairs to machine components.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint interpretation

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Safety awareness

Job description

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Machinist – Lethbridge

Select People Solutions is searching for an experienced Machinist to join our client's team in the Lethbridge area. The successful candidate will bring strong machining knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail to produce, repair, and assemble precision components. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys tackling a variety of machining and repair projects.

CA$150,000.00 yearly

Full-time

What’s in it for You?

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Stable, long-term employment
• Opportunity to apply your skills across a variety of machining and repair projects

Compensation & Hours:

• The rate of pay will be based on experience and industry standards
• Monday through Friday, daytime hours

Position Summary:

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment, including lathes, boring mills, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, saws, and related equipment
• Independently plan and complete machining operations based on project specifications and requirements
• Machine, repair, fit, and assemble components and parts to required tolerances
• Inspect completed work using precision measuring tools to ensure accuracy and quality
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, charts, tables, and specifications
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and complete repairs to machine components, heavy equipment parts, and hydraulic cylinders

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of machining experience, preferably in a repair or custom machining environment
• Experience working with heavy equipment components within agriculture, construction, oilfield, or similar industries
• Strong ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, charts, and tables
• Strong mechanical aptitude, mathematical skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail
• Safety-conscious with the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks

Bonus Points For:

• Apprentice or Journeyman Machinist designation
• Experience with hydraulic cylinder repair
• Own basic machinist tools, steel-toed boots, and required safety equipment

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