Jobs in Thunder Bay, Canada

Our client is looking for an experienced and energetic Maintenance Millwright to join our Maintenance Department in Chilliwack, BC.

The Maintenance Millwright will oversee the comprehensive industrial and mechanical projects for the company. The Maintenance Millwright will be involved with the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial equipment and machinery. Using specialized tools, the Maintenance Millwright will trouble-shoot, test, align, repair, and replace machine parts as required. They may also move or relocate machinery if necessary.

• Oversee and perform maintenance and mechanical repairs for assigned buildings and related facilities, furnishings, and equipment. The duties may include maintenance of machinery, painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, cement work, HVAC maintenance, and other related work
  • Trouble-shoot and perform maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment
  • Clean and lubricate machinery, perform basic diagnostic tests, check the performance of the machine, and test damaged machine parts to determine whether major repairs are necessary
  • Review and follow technical and complex machinery manuals
  • Work with equipment manuals and interact with equipment manufacturers to keep production equipment running efficiently
  • Disassemble machine parts when transporting or repairing them, and reassemble the parts
  • Collect and store distinct machinery parts
  • Visit various manufacturing sites to assess potential issues or needs
  • Perform electrical repairs such as replacing switches and wiring; general repairs to refrigeration equipment; install/repair irrigation systems and water lines
  • Operate equipment necessary to complete the assigned tasks
  • Determine the requirements to carry out specific tasks or jobs
• Work through maintenance lists as required
• Perform routine walkthrough checklists for each property
• Collaborate with production workers and/or engineers when using the machines

• 3rd or 4th Year apprentice or Journeyman Level Millwright Certification
• Proven experience as a Millwright or in a similar role
• Hands-on experience with construction equipment and machinery
• Strong knowledge and understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, belt systems, motors, and other industrial machine components
• Able to weld and cut metal parts
• Critical thinking and electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills are essential
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Able to understand blueprints, written schematics, layout plans and other materials
• A strong attention to detail and excellent mathematical skills
• You are someone who wants to grow as a technical problem solver and you enjoy learning new things everyday
• Team spirit and a positive attitude
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus