Perth Millwright

Central Wire Industries; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Wire Industries in Perth, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Millwright/Mechanic to install, maintain and repair heavy industrial equipment. The role focuses on hands‑on work, safety, and continuous improvement, with supervision of apprentices.

The position requires a completed apprenticeship, a minimum of five years’ experience with a red seal, and a strong knowledge of health and safety regulations. CAD experience is an asset, and the work is on site in Perth.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship program.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with a red seal.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist Diploma or equivalent (asset).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• CAD experience (asset).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Lead hand experience (asset).
• Time management.
• Planning and organizing.
• Problem solving.
• Strong commitment to Team environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, overhauling and repair stationary machinery and equipment.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Operate machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance or setup.
• Lead apprentices and ensure task completion.
• Ensure compliance with provincial standards and legislation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Completed apprenticeship program

High school diploma or equivalent

Mechanical Engineering Tech/Technologist (asset)

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

With 12 locations in three countries, 750+ employees, and over 60 years of excellence, the Central Wire (CWI) Group of Companies is a world-class manufacturer. As the only fully integrated maker of wire, rope and assemblies, our solutions are found in aerospace, defense, med tech, and heavy industry applications around the globe— in large part because of the people behind our products.

Do you enjoy troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving industrial equipment? We are looking for an experienced Millwright/Mechanic at our Perth, Ontario location who thrives in a hands‑on role and values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of equipment and play a key role in our day‑to‑day operations.

Pay range: Hourly - $35.00-$45.00

Position Overview:

A Millwright/Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, overhauling and repairing stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that safety policies, housekeeping rules and guidelines, quality standards, and standard operating procedures are followed.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Operate machine tools such as lath es, mill, surface grinder (cylindrical and linear) and grinders to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set‑up of machinery.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work on machinery.
• Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools and welding equipment.
• Leads apprentices and directs them to ensure successful task completion.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with provincial standards and legislation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Completed apprenticeship program.
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with a red seal.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist Diploma or equivalent (an asset).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) experience (an asset).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Lead hand experience (an asset).
• Time management
• Planning and organizing
• Problem solving
• Creative and innovative thinking
• Strong commitment to Team environment
• Enforcing laws, rules and regulations

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 20-50 lbs frequently
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs occasionally
• Use of hands and feet to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, controls, press buttons, levers and pedals
• Bending, twisting and reaching
• Repetitive movement
• Frequent walking
• Working at heights
• Confined space work
• Wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, ear protection, safety shoes, gloves and any other protective equipment deemed necessary.
• Work indoors in non‑controlled environmental conditions
• Work in hot conditions or cold temperatures
• Exposure to sounds and noise levels that can be distracting or uncomfortable
• Exposure to minor cuts or burns
• Exposure to contaminants
• Exposure to hazardous equipment
• Work with others in a group or team
• Call‑ins will be required.
• Overtime will be required.
• Travel may be required.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.
At CWI we leverage artificial intelligence to help match skills and experience required for open roles. Hiring decisions are made by CWI leaders through an interview process and not AI.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants can make their accommodation needs known in their cover letter. If you require further information or assistance, please contact the Human Resources Department at 613-326-3006.
We appreciate the interest by all candidates; however, we will only be contacting those that best fit the requirements.
CWI brings in talented people who want to grow with the business. We support and actively encourage training and professional development while investing in a wide variety of programs. We offer competitive wages and a range of employee benefits.