Shop Machinist and Valve Technician

Wajax; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Health Spending Account

Training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wajax is seeking a skilled Machinist to service and recondition valves, diagnose components, and maintain detailed documentation. The role involves testing, assembling, and field service, with emphasis on precision measurement and safe work practices.

The candidate should have a Journeyman Red Seal Machinist certification and 5+ years of experience, with excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Red Seal Machinist with certification.
• 5+ years of relevant machining experience.
• Proficient written and verbal communication; customer service oriented.
• Skilled in precision measurement and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose components and equipment for servicing needs.
• Communicate with equipment owners for authorization of servicing and repairs as required.
• Cleaning valves for inspection, inspecting internal parts including measurement and documentation of critical dimensions.
• Update and maintain documentation information for the valves.
• Assembling and testing valves to ensure accordance to specifications and compliant to code.
• Painting and tagging as required.
• Service and repair equipment in the shop and potential field repair work.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with customers.
• Communicate equipment servicing needs as required with Branch Supervisor/Manager.
• Communicate work performed and complete service paperwork.
• Complete work orders
• Participate in manufacturers' and in house service training.
• Participate in all required Health & Safety Training.
• Comply with the Health & Safety program and practices.
• Performance of daily duties in a manner conducive to a safe workplace.
• Work with Manufacturers online support.
• Maintain a professional company image at all times.
• Meet requirements of Field Level Hazard and Job Hazard assessments.
• Assist in shipping and receiving of all material.
• Be familiar with manual and CNC machining activities (turning and milling)
• Be able to measure with precise accuracy
• Carry out reverse engineering measuring activities
• Have a good knowledge on different materials
• Be able to manufacture one off or numerous components
• Have an understand of “repair” machining scopes

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

Journeyman Red Seal Machinist

Tools

Manual Machining

CNC Machining (Turning & Milling)

Job description

Responsible for providing quality workmanship, consistent service, and technical support to the customers. Performs all tasks related to the testing, diagnosing, repair, maintenance, and reconditioning of Valves.

The Role

• Inspect and diagnose components and equipment for servicing needs.
• Communicate with equipment owners for authorization of servicing and repairs as required.
• Cleaning valves for inspection, inspecting internal parts including measurement and documentation of critical dimensions.
• Update and maintain documentation information for the valves
• Assembling and testing valves to ensure accordance to specifications and compliant to code.
• Painting and tagging as required.
• Service and repair equipment in the shop and potential field repair work.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with customers.
• Communicate equipment servicing needs as required with Branch Supervisor/Manager.
• Communicate work performed and complete service paperwork.
• Complete work orders
• Participate in manufacturers' and in house service training. Training may occur during work and/or after work hours.
• Participate in all required Health & Safety Training.
• Comply with the Health & Safety program and practices.
• Performance of daily duties in a manner conducive to a safe workplace.
• Work with Manufacturers online support.
• Maintain a professional company image at all times.
• Meet requirements of Field Level Hazard and Job Hazard assessments.
• Assist in shipping and receiving of all material.
• Be familiar with manual and CNC machining activities (turning and milling)
• Be able to measure with precise accuracy
• Carry out reverse engineering measuring activities
• Have a good knowledge on different materials
• Be able to manufacture one off or numerous components
• Have an understand of “repair” machining scopes

The Candidate

• Education: Journeyman Red Seal Machinist. Must have certification.
• Work Experience: 5+ years
• Knowledge: Proficient written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to work with customers, exceptional customer service; demonstrated mechanical aptitude, analysis and problem-solving skills.

The Company

Our BIG goal is to be the most trusted supplier of industrial process equipment in Western Canada – and we believe that we have the best people, manufacturing partners, products, and capabilities to get us there!We aim to live each day by our Tundra/WajaxCore Values of 'Learning Matters', 'Safety, No Shortcuts', 'Teamwork, and'Give Back'.

Tundra offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional perks.

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with 100% employer paid premiums (no waiting period for eligibility).
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with 3.5% of total compensation matched by employer (no waiting period for eligibility).
• Health Spending Account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts through Wajax with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, group mortgage rates, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Philanthropic focus in the communities with charities such as Kids Cancer Care Foundation, The Ride to Conquer Cancer, and Canadian Blood Services.
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.