MILLWRIGHT APPRENTICE

GERDAU S.A.; Whitby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel production company in Whitby is seeking a registered Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice. You will work in a heavy manufacturing environment, responsible for mechanical equipment maintenance and repairs. The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, strong communication skills, and is able to work rotating shifts. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Hourly rate range depending on hours

Overtime opportunities

Vacation bonus

Medical benefits

Pension contribution

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Must be registered in an approved Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprenticeship.
• Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work shift rotation as outlined.

Responsibilities

• Work safely following company safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect and repair mechanical equipment in the plant.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production machinery.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Lubrication tools

Job description

Empowering people who build the future.

About Us

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the Company serves a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes and fabricated steel to its customers throughout the US and Canada. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future.

The Gerdau Whitby Mill has been a part of the local community for over years.

What Gerdau Offers You

• Hourly Rate Range : $. / hr – $. / hr (actual rate is dependent on applicant sponsored hours completed)
• Overtime : Overtime opportunities available
• Shift Premiums : an average of $ / year in shift premiums.
• Cost of Living : Annual cost of living increases based on Consumer Price Index (CPI).
• Vacation Bonus : % bonus when vacation is taken outside of prime vacation periods
• Holidays : Paid Statutory Holidays
• Tools : Annual allowance of $ / year plus other Company supplied tools
• Safety Boot Allowance : % company provided.
• Uniforms : % company provided.
• Pension : up to % contribution from Company with no mandatory employee contributions.
• Medical Benefits : % company sponsored.
• Full Dental and Orthodontia Benefits : % company sponsored.
• Employee Assistance Program : % company sponsored.
• Work Rotation : Rotation throughout all departments and areas to gain experience plant-wide

What You Have

• Must be registered in an approved Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) – A apprenticeship program with Skilled Trades Ontario AND have passed both Level and Level of in-school training OR have a minimum of hours of documented apprenticeship employment experience.
• Be able to work in all areas in the plant and complete the Apprentice Rotation.
• Be able to work shift rotation (days / nights) as outlined in the Apprentice Training Schedule.
• Have experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, with exposure to Bearings, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Lubrication, Rotating Equipment.
• Strong communication and work ethic, ability to work in a team and with other trades

Additional Information

• Background, education, and criminal record checks will be performed.
• All successful candidates must pass a post-offer medical and ergonomic assessment.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts .

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for working safely in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures.
• Work under the guidance of plant Supervisors and Journeyman skilled trades.
• Work toward completing hours for all competency skill sets as defined by Skilled Trades Ontario.
• Inspect, install, repair, replace, adjust mechanical equipment in the plant.
• Service the mechanical aspects of pumps, motors, cranes, and hydraulic / pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance of production machinery to optimize machine efficiencies and equipment reliability.
• Apply lubricants used in the preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Receive instructions, prints, and work orders, covering scheduled and emergency repairs, installation, and inspection work.
• Maintain specified records of work performed, details of repairs, and materials usage on computerized maintenance management software (CMMS), work orders, logbooks, and checklists.
• Perform rounds and checks machinery condition using checklists or digital tools to identify abnormalities and ensure that machine functions are operating within the normal specifications.
• Operate power driven mobile equipment and ordinary crane hooking.