Senior Machinist

Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies; Truro; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime opportunities

Full-time employment

RPP matching 5%

Medical, dental, life, and long-term‑D

Development opportunities

Employee parking

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Fundy Machining and Millwright Services in Truro, NS, is seeking a skilled Senior Machinist to join our team. Red Seal certification is required, with experience on CNC and conventional equipment and the ability to read complex drawings to tight tolerances.

You will work in-shop and on customer sites, performing setup, manufacture, repair, and on-site machining while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role offers full-time employment with overtime opportunities and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Red Seal certification in machining (required).
• Proven experience as a machinist, CNC operator, or machining technician.
• Strong experience with conventional machining equipment and precision manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
• Experience using precision measuring tools and inspection techniques.
• Ability to work independently, make sound technical decisions, and solve problems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship.
• Customer-focused approach and ability to meet production requirements.
• Willingness to support and mentor less experienced team members.
• Flexibility to travel for on-site machining projects when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and CNC machining equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to manufacture components.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify accuracy.
• Manufacture, modify, and repair custom components for shop and field.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems and develop practical machining solutions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine equipment upkeep.
• Support on-site and portable machining projects at customer facilities.
• Assist Shop Supervisor with day-to-day shop activities and production priorities.
• Share knowledge and mentor junior machinists.
• Travel for on-site machining projects as needed.

Skills

Red Seal Machinist

Machining/CNC experience

Blueprint reading

Job description

Work With a Team That Puts Safety, Quality, and People First.
Great machining is about more than operating equipment. It takes precision, experience, and the ability to solve problems when standard solutions aren't enough.

At Fundy Machining and Millwright Services, part of the Hercules Group of Companies, we're looking for a full-time Senior Machinist to join our experienced team in Truro, NS.

This is an opportunity for a skilled, Red Seal-certified machinist who enjoys variety, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to put their expertise to work on challenging projects. You'll work with conventional machining equipment, CNC machines, and portable machining tools, both in our shop and at customer sites. From manufacturing precision components to repairing equipment and solving complex mechanical challenges, your skills will make a difference.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• Consistent overtime opportunities (optional)
• Stable, full-time employment
• 5% RPP matching program after one year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits (cost-shared)
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Employee parking
• A collaborative team environment where experience and quality workmanship are valued

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate conventional and CNC machining equipment, including lathes, mills, and surface grinders
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to manufacture components to precise tolerances
• Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges, to verify accuracy and quality
• Manufacture, modify, and repair custom components, jigs, and fixtures for shop and field applications
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems and develop practical machining solutions
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine equipment upkeep
• Support on-site and portable machining projects at customer facilities
• Assist the Shop Supervisor with day-to-day shop activities and production priorities when required
• Share technical knowledge and provide guidance to junior machinists
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
• Travel outside Nova Scotia when required to support customer projects

What You'll Bring

• Red Seal certification in machining (required)
• Proven experience as a machinist, CNC operator, or machining technician
• Strong experience with conventional machining equipment and precision manufacturing
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and work to tight tolerances
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills
• Experience using precision measuring tools and inspection techniques
• Ability to work independently, make sound technical decisions, and solve problems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship
• Customer-focused approach and ability to meet production requirements
• Willingness to support and mentor less experienced team members
• Flexibility to travel for on-site machining projects when necessary

Why Join Fundy Machining and Millwright Services?

At Fundy, machining is more than production work. It's about craftsmanship, technical expertise, and finding solutions that keep industrial operations running. You'll join a team of experienced professionals who understand the importance of precision, reliability, and getting the job done right. As part of the Hercules Group of Companies, you'll also benefit from the stability and resources of an established national organization while working in a specialized, hand-on machining environment.

The Hercules Group of Companies

is a national leader in industrial lifting, rigging, material handling, and safety solutions, proudly supporting critical industries across Canada. With multiple business units and branch locations coast to coast, we deliver high-quality products, certified inspections, specialized training, and reliable field services to keep our customers safe and productive. Our teams work collaboratively, innovate constantly, and share a commitment to exceptional service. At Hercules, we invest in our people, promote from within, and provide opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

As an employer, we focus on continually enhancing the skills and capabilities of our employees and pride ourselves for building and improving upon our cultures of safety and dedicated customer service.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check; drivers abstract and reference checks as a condition of employment