Sr Mechanical Technician / Millwright

STRIVE Recruitment; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is looking for a Millwright / Mechanical Technician to support global clients by overseeing field installations and providing technical support. This role involves significant travel (75% of the year) and offers a competitive salary of $40 to $45 per hour plus additional travel compensation. Candidates should have the ability to read blueprints, a valid driver's license, and experience in industrial settings.

Benefits

Competitive salary and travel compensation

Paid vacation

Health coverage

Profit sharing

Mental health-focused wellness committee

Opportunities for international travel

Qualifications

• Ability to travel 75% of the year.
• Valid passport and unrestricted travel ability.
• Class G or higher driver's license with a clean abstract.
• Flexibility for emergency breakdowns or schedule changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting and technical support to minimize client downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and sales teams for smooth project delivery.
• Conduct on-site evaluations to assess equipment and systems.
• Install, align, disassemble, and relocate industrial machinery.
• Prepare and submit field service reports and checklists promptly.

Skills

Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and schematics

Self-guided work ethic

Knowledge of Health and Safety

Professional attitude

Teamwork orientation

Job description

Job Description

Millwright / Mechanical Technician

Location: Grimsby, ON

Salary: $40 to $45 per hour

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. We support clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

Our recruitment team is currently working with a global leader in the manufacturing sector to find a Millwright or Senior Mechanical Technician interested in servicing clients worldwide.

THE ROLE

Are you ready to travel the world and work with cutting-edge technology? Reporting to the Parts & Service Manager, this Millwright will support clients globally by overseeing and executing field installations, conducting inspections, troubleshooting and repairs, and leading preventive maintenance. Your expertise will impact the efficiency and reliability of our clients' operations, ensuring top-tier service worldwide.

ADVANTAGES

• Competitive salary and travel compensation
• $40-$45/hr plus hourly travel pay
• 1-2 week site visits: additional $3/hr
• 2-4 week site visits: additional $4/hr
• Over 4 weeks: additional $5/hr
• Per diem: $67/day
• Competitive benefits, health coverage, and profit sharing
• Paid vacation
• Ergonomic workstation with sit-stand desk
• Mental health-focused wellness committee
• Social events: holiday parties, BBQs
• Opportunities for international travel and working with exciting clients

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide troubleshooting and technical support to minimize client downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and sales teams for smooth project delivery.
• Conduct on-site evaluations to assess equipment and systems.
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment safely during machinery installations and repairs.
• Install, align, disassemble, and relocate industrial machinery per layout plans using hand and power tools.
• Prepare and submit field service reports and checklists promptly.
• Complete timesheets and expense reports accurately.
• Assist in estimating and planning site-specific work.
• Follow company travel safety guidelines.
• Inspect machinery for irregularities and malfunctions.
• Adjust, repair, or replace faulty components to restore performance.
• Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machinery.
• Oversee or assist in constructing machinery foundations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel 75% of the year
• Valid passport and unrestricted travel ability
• Class G or higher driver's license with a clean abstract
• Experience working on-site at client locations, manufacturing plants, or construction sites
• Flexibility for emergency breakdowns or schedule changes
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and schematics
• Self-guided work ethic and ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, Quality Management Systems, and company policies
• Professional attitude and teamwork orientation