Millwright
Description
Millwright
Full-Time
Prince George, BC
Reference Number: NWT-BC-PG-046-280322
NorthWest Wood Treaters LP, a wood treating plant, is part of the CanWel Treating Division, which is under the CanWel Building Materials Group Ltd.
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Millwright is responsible to ensure that the plant and equipment are running in a safe and proper manner with the goal of keeping downtime to a minimum by trouble shooting mechanical problems, replacing or repairing defective machinery as soon as possible. The Millwright ensures that all company objectives and environmental standards are met.
EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
• Ensure equipment is maintained in proper condition to meet quality, productivity, and reliability expectations.
• Identify opportunities for safety, quality, and reliability improvements. Communicate the improvements to management with an action plan for implementation of improvements.
• Conduct periodic inspections, completing preventative maintenance requirements, identifying and repairing or replacing faulty or suspect parts.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose machinery breakdowns.
• Proactively promote a safe work environment, and ensure that all employees are knowledgeable and diligent in carrying out their duties.
• Performs tasks as delegated by management.
• Maintains a clean and organized maintenance shop.
• Attend and actively participate in production and safety meetings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Technical
• Red Seal endorsement is required
• Minimum two years’ maintenance experience is required
• Ability to work closely with other trades and employees.
• Planer experience is an asset.
• Supervisory experience in a production facility is an asset.
• Lumber manufacturing or wood preserving experience is desirable.
Personal
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving abilities and mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated competencies in leadership and communication.
• Ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Competent with Word and Excel.
Other Requirements
• Must have own CSA approved steel-toed boots
• Able to comfortably lift up to 50 pounds or 23 kilograms
• Able to perform physical aspects of duties such as bending, lifting, and reaching during course of shift
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English
• Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Some of the equipment and machinery are located outside of buildings. This requires the ability of the Millwright to work in cold weather conditions
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
• Permanent full-time
• Unionized
EDUCATION
• High school graduation
• Millwright certification required
• Post-secondary education in engineering or industrial maintenance is an asset
COMPENSATION
• Governed by collective agreement
HOURS OF WORK
• Typically, Monday through Friday starting at 7:00 am
Note: Hours may change due to operational requirements and occasional weekends may be required.
WORK LOCATION
• 10553 Willow Cale Forest Road, Prince George, BC
• Must have own reliable transportation
HOW TO APPLY: Please visit CanWel Careers page at www.canwel.com to apply online.
CanWel welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship. We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Job type: Full-Time
- Company: North West Wood Treaters
jobs | construction, trades
2023-01-14