Journeyperson Millwright
Skilled Trades
Date Posted: October 27, 2023
Job Location: Edson
Job Type: Coop
Start: Immediately
Company: West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
Website: www.westfraser.com
Address: 53115 Highway 47 PO Box 6810, Edson, Alberta, Canada T7E 1V2
Job Description
West Fraser is a leading diversified forest products company.
Recognized for the tenth time as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers
and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates, we
continue to grow. Are you interested in working for a company that
offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career
path? Our Edson Sawmill located in Edson, Alberta has an
opportunity for a:
JOURNEYPERSON
MILLWRIGHT
The Millwright will be a key player in a company-wide continuous
improvement effort through daily use of troubleshooting and
preventative maintenance strategies.
Duties include:
- Work in a safe manner using proper PPE
- 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 - Inspect and examine machinery and equipment and repair as
required. - Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders
- Verify and document repairs made
- Use knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for
improvements and savings
Our ideal Millwright candidate
possesses:
- A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright
Certification - Ability to read blue prints, plans and schematics
- Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills
- Commitment to working safely and creating a safe work
place - Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Organizational and planning skills
- Flexible schedule to work day, evening, weekend and graveyard
shifts
Considered a strong asset:
- Previous experience working in a sawmill or planer mill
- A Red Seal Certificate
- A Welding Certificate
- Knowledge of hydraulics
West Fraser is currently looking for individuals who are
interested in a full time long-term career. We offer an excellent
compensation package including: a competitive salary, excellent
benefits, Re-location Allowance and an outstanding pension plan.
Our employees can expect a challenging, stable, safe work
environment with career development opportunities.
West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more
vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company
overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that
are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will
not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis
of race, gender, national origin or any other protected legal
characteristic.
Edson is located 2 hours west of Edmonton and 2 hours east of
Jasper National Park. Edson is a growing community of approximately
9,000 permanent residents and has a full range of recreational and
cultural facilities. People from Edson enjoy outdoor hockey,
camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, downhill and cross country
skiing, curling, kayaking, golfing and various outdoor and indoor
activities. With a friendly “small town” atmosphere and some great
recreational and cultural facilities, once you get a taste of
living in Edson you’ll be hooked.
If this position sounds like the career for you, apply at
www.westfraser.com/jobs
and click on the green “apply now” at the top of the page.
For more information on West Fraser and our current
opportunities, visit our website at: www.westfraser.com/jobs
We thank all candidates for their
interest; however, 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