Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
Skilled Trades
Date Posted: December 01, 2022
Job Location: Williams Lake
Job Type: Coop
Start: Immediately
Company: West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
Website: www.westfraser.com
Address: 4200 North MacKenzie Avenue, Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada V2G 2V5
Job Description
West Fraser is a leading diversified forest products company,
listed on the TSX and NYSE. Recognized for the eighth time as
one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, we are a growing company looking
for talented people to be part of our team. West Fraser’s Williams
Lake Plywood division, has an opportunity for an:
INDUSTRIAL
MECHANIC
As the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) you will be a key player
in our continuous maintenance improvement program through daily use
of troubleshooting and preventative maintenance strategies.
Responsibilities include:
- Maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical
systems, rollers & chains, bearings and hydraulics involved in
the manufacturing process - Undertake preventative maintenance program for equipment
- Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to repair
equipment - Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and
parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of
equipment and machinery - Work in manlifts with the use of fall protection equipment
- Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders
- Verify and document repairs made
- Work in a safe manner using proper PPE
About you:
- A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright
certification, or a Millwrighting Apprentice preparing to enroll in
their 4th year - Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem solving skills
- Ability to work closely with other trades and employees
- Commitment to working safely and creating a safe work
place - Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible schedule in order to work days, nights and/or weekend
shifts
West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada, the
United States and Europe. We believe strongly in promoting from
within and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment
with continuous development. The successful candidate should be
interested in future growth opportunities within the
company. West Fraser offers an excellent compensation package
including a competitive salary, excellent benefits and an
outstanding pension plan.
If this position sounds like the career for you, apply today in
confidence by submitting your resume and cover letter to
www.westfraser.com/jobs
For more information on West Fraser and other career
opportunities, visit our website at: www.westfraser.com/jobs
We thank all candidates for their interest, only those
selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Conditions
- Minimum experience: 0 to 1 year
- Minimum educational level: Grade 12 or Equivalent
- Language: English