Millwright
A millwright is a skilled tradesperson responsible for assembling, disassembling, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment and industrial machinery. This work involves using heavy-duty equipment, blueprints, and specialized tools to complete complex mechanical projects in environments such as construction sites, manufacturing plants, warehouses, and factories.
Millwrights rely on precision instruments and tools, including hydraulic bolters and welders, to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently.
Build new and repair defective machine parts using welding and brazing tools
Assemble machinery and equipment using power tools and welding equipment
Operate hoisting and lifting devices, including cranes, jacks, and tractors, to position parts during installation
Align equipment using specialized tools such as micrometres and plumb bobs
Perform preventative maintenance procedures and accurately log maintenance activities
Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect irregularities
Collaborate with construction teams and engineers on installation and repair projects
Apply mechanical repair principles and procedures to ensure machinery functions properly
Review and follow technical machinery manuals
Assemble and disassemble machinery and transport it to appropriate storage locations
Construct foundations for machinery
Perform diagnostic tests on functioning machinery to ensure safety
Operate machine tools to fabricate parts necessary for overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machinery
Adjust complex machinery for new patterns and products
Clean and lubricate machinery
Maintain parts and tools inventory
Build and repair defective machine parts using welding and brazing tools
Assemble machinery and equipment using power tools and welding equipment
Operate hoisting and lifting devices, including cranes, jacks, and tractors, to position parts during installation
Align equipment using specialized tools such as micrometres and plumb bobs
Perform preventative maintenance procedures and accurately log maintenance activities
Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect irregularities
Collaborate with construction teams and engineers on installation and repair projects
Apply mechanical repair principles and procedures to ensure machinery functions properly
Review and follow technical machinery manuals
Assemble and disassemble machinery and transport it to appropriate storage locations
Construct foundations for machinery
Willingness to work in heavy industrial environments that may be hot, cold, wet, dusty, and physically demanding
High school diploma or GED
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
Experience assembling and disassembling mechanical equipment and industrial machinery
Knowledge of machinery repair and industrial mathematics
Basic electrical knowledge related to machinery and equipment
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Understanding of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions
Plant and surface mining environments with periodic visits to office areas
Heavy industrial settings that may be hot, cold, wet, dusty, and physically demanding
Exposure to various elements, though none to an extreme degree
Moderate noise levels in the work environment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation
Flexibility to work overtime and varied shifts as required
Full-time
Pay: $29.00 – $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: Minimum of 40 per week