Millwright, Topdrives

Precision Drilling; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading land drilling contractor in Alberta is looking for a Millwright for the Topdrive role. The responsibilities include maintaining Topdrive equipment, performing repairs, and working with heavy machinery. Candidates should have a Red Seal Journeyman Millwright certification or be an apprentice with 3-5 years of experience in an industrial mechanical capacity. The role emphasizes safety culture and the importance of training. Apply today to contribute to a company that values performance and potential.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Generous time off

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in an industrial mechanical role.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a driver's abstract.
• Physical strength to handle heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance of Topdrives.
• Identify problems and take corrective actions.
• Read diagrams and operate rig equipment.
• Fit bearings, align gears, and make adjustments.
• Participate in on-call duties as required.

Skills

Industrial mechanical capacity

Work with heavy equipment

Understanding of OHS regulations

Knowledge of WHMIS

Knowledge of PPE importance

Education

Registered Red Seal Journeyman Millwright certification

Third- or fourth-year millwright/industrial mechanic apprentice

Job description

Job Title: Millwright, Topdrive – DSC

Location: Nisku, Alberta

Precision Drilling is a leading land drilling contractor providing High Performance, High Value services across North America and select international markets. Guided by our Core Values, we’re committed to safe and sustainable operations driven by passionate people. At Precision, we empower our teams to grow, lead, and share our desire to be the best in everything we do.

The Millwright, Topdrive role is responsible for the regular maintenance of Topdrives, identifying specific problems, and taking corrective actions to troubleshoot and repair in alignment with our High Performance, High Value Standard.

CULTURE

Precision Drilling fosters a strong safety culture through our Human Organizational Performance (HOP) approach, focusing on learning, communication, and supporting our people. We invest in career growth through continuous training and development, encourage balance with competitive benefits and generous time off, and foster a team-oriented workplace grounded in integrity and trust. When you join Precision, you join a company that puts people first.

DAY IN THE LIFE

• Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Operate rig equipment and dollies to place heavy machinery and parts
• Fit bearings, aligning gears and shafts, attaching motors
• Align and test the equipment and make any necessary adjustments
• Perform preventive and operational maintenance, and repair or replace defective parts when necessary
• Participate in on-call duties as required
• Keep up to date with all Precision Drillings’ core values, key beliefs, and safety culture

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Current enrolled as a third- or fourth-year millwright/industrial mechanic apprentice, or actively hold Registered Red Seal Journeyman Millwright certification
• 3-5 years of experience in an industrial mechanical capacity
• Previous experience working in Oil & Gas sector is required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a driver’s abstract
• Have the physical strength required to work with heavy equipment
• Have a solid understanding of OHS regulations, WHMIS, and the importance of PPE on the worksite

Drive your career forward with Precision Drilling—apply today and take the lead in shaping the future of energy with a company that values safety, performance, and your potential.