Shop Helper

The Job Resource Centre; Dead Man's Flats; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Job Resource Centre in Dead Man's Flats, Alberta is seeking a reliable shop helper to join our busy machine shop. This hands-on role supports daily shop operations and offers exposure to machining, fabrication, and industrial equipment.

You will perform cleaning, material handling, and assist machinists and millwrights while gaining practical experience. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday with overtime as needed, ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in the trades.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning: sweeping metal chips
• Load and unload metal plate onto the plasma cutting table
• Safely and efficiently operate overhead cranes and forklift
• Perform saw cutting and grinding of metal material
• Assist with basic machine maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, general upkeep)
• Support machinists and millwrights with day-to-day tasks
• Help with material handling, shipping/receiving, and general shop duties

Job description

We are looking for a reliable shop helper to join our busy machine shop. This is a hands-on role supporting daily shop operations.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning: sweeping metal chips


• Load and unload metal plate onto the plasma cutting table


• Safely and efficiently operate overhead cranes and forklift


• Perform saw cutting and grinding of metal material


• Assist with basic machine maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, general upkeep)


• Support machinists and millwrights with day-to-day tasks


• Help with material handling, shipping/receiving, and general shop duties

Schedule

Full-time, Monday-Friday (overtime as needed)

This position is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience and build a long-term future in the trades, with exposure to machining, fabrication, and industrial equipment.