Millwright, Topdrives

Precision Drilling; Nisku; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Drilling in Nisku, Alberta, is seeking a Millwright, Topdrive – DSC to perform maintenance and troubleshooting of Topdrive equipment. The role involves reading diagrams, aligning gears, testing systems, and performing preventive maintenance on heavy machinery.

Ideal candidates are in the 3–5 year industrial mechanical range, with Oil & Gas experience, a valid driver's license, and a strong understanding of OHS, WHMIS and PPE. On-call duties are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 Drilling's core values, key beliefs, and safety culture.

Skills

Reading diagrams

Mechanical aptitude

On-call readiness

Education

Red Seal journeyman millwright

Apprentice millwright (3rd/4th year)

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