Millwright

City of Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is seeking a Millwright for a temporary, full-time position. The successful candidate will perform mechanical maintenance on critical water and wastewater systems, requiring qualifications such as the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Qualification. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits, aimed at contributing to the city's service excellence.

Benefits

Best-in-class pension plan

Free gym access

Subsidized recreation programs

Qualifications

• Completion of Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Qualification and Interprovincial Red Seal endorsement.
• Previous welding experience required.
• Minimum three years’ recent experience in a mechanical background.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance work on water and wastewater pumps.
• Install and repair various mechanical equipment.
• Ensure operational efficiency of water and sewer plant equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Welding

Pumping Equipment Knowledge

Education

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Qualification

Senior Secondary School Equivalent

Job description

Organization

City of Kamloops

Region

British Columbia

Application Deadline

December 9, 2025 before 23:00

Type

Temporary, Full-Time

Category

Other

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Description

Millwright (Temporary, Full-Time) – 1608

Close Date Revised

Open Until Filled

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for a temporary, full-time Millwright with the City of Kamloops! The successful candidate performs highly skilled mechanical maintenance work. Work involves the installation, maintenance and repair of City water and wastewater pumps and drives, water chlorinators, reservoir pumps, control valves, water and sewer plant equipment and building mechanical.

Your contribution to our mission is recognized through an excellent compensation package that includes a best-in-class pension plan along with incredible perks that directly impact your wallet. Stay healthy with our free gyms, subsidized recreation programs, and employee wellbeing benefits.

Requirements

Successful candidates must have the following qualifications:

• Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.
• Completion of Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Qualification and Interprovincial Red Seal endorsement.
• Previous welding experience.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence - Class 5.
• Minimum three years’ recent (within the last five years) experience in a mechanical background, including a good knowledge of pumping equipment and pumps and currently working in the trade.
  
  

Salary & Benefits

This job posting will be open until filled. The posting may close anytime after May 22, 2025 if a qualified candidate is found.

This is a temporary position until approximately October 31, 2025 or return of incumbent.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. This position will receive 14% in lieu of all benefits, vacation, stat holidays, and health time. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

Hourly Rate

$47.729

Hours & Days of Work

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Hours per Week

40

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.

Contact

Email: [e-mail]

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