Millwright Apprentice

GN Corporations Inc.; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Airdrie seeks a Millwright Apprentice to assist in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machinery. This role involves hands-on training under a registered Millwright and includes responsibilities such as reading blueprints and operating tools. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and be in their 2nd to 4th year of apprenticeship with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• 2nd to 4th year Millwright apprentice.
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation and maintenance of industrial machinery.
• Operate lifting devices to position machinery for installations.
• Learn to read blueprints and diagrams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Familiarity with hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2nd to 4th year Millwright apprentice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Profile Summary: The Millwright Apprentice is a key role in the Engineering Department working under the supervision of a registered Millwright. The apprentice millwright learns with on-job experience and periodic college training to install, maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities
• Learn to read blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Assist in the installation, alignment, dismantling and movement of stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces and generators according to layout plans using hand and power tools
• Operate, after training, hoisting and lifting devices such as cranes, jacks and tractors to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery
• Learn to assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools and welding equipment.
• Assist to disassemble and reassemble equipment for reparation or
• Gain knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, belt systems, motors, and other industrial machine mechanisms essential for job procedures.

Additional Responsibilities & Duties
• Quality Management System – Embrace, understand and apply GN Corporations quality system requirements, including customer requirements and legal requirements and with supervision learn to.
o Understand and apply GN Corporations policy for its commitment to quality.
o Participate actively in training, operational improvement teams, preventative and corrective actions and identifying non-conformities.
o Understanding, identifying and applying applicable

• Occupational Health and Safety – Understand and apply GN Corporations Inc. Health and Safety policy as well as be responsible for his/her own health and safety at work. Responsible to avoid adversely affecting the health and safety of others through any act or omission.
o Be responsible for the correct use protective clothing and equipment as provided by GN Corporations Inc. and for guarding against misuse or damage to such
o Be responsible for reporting any hazardous situations arising in the workplace that cannot be self-corrected, or injury incurred during work, no matter how minor.
o Be responsible for avoiding injury resulting from manual handling tasks associated with his/her employment, by use of risk assessment, correct mechanical handling equipment and appropriate manual handling techniques.

• Industry Standards and Regulations – Learn all relevant industry standards, recommended practices and regulations. Monitor self-compliance with company, industry, environment and government requirements as well as promote their acceptance in all aspects of company business.

• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• 2nd to 4th year Millwright apprentice
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude with an ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Knowledge of basic millwright equipment, tools, and procedures.
• Attention to detail with a good understanding of mathematics.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Continuous improvement and learning mindset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Commitment to safe work practices & knowledge of Alberta OHS regulations to ensure a safe workspace.

Preferred Skills:
• Some knowledge of plumbing, electrical, welding, and hydraulic systems.
• Previous field experience is an asset.
• Valid passport and ability to travel domestically & internationally.
• Safety tickets are an asset (i.e. CSTS, First Aid, H2S Alive, Forklift, Fall Arrest and Aerial Platform)