Job Description
Job Description
Minimum basic skills and abilities for the position are as follows:
Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Wood Products or related industry as a mechanical millwright, attend West Fraser Qualified Millwright Training, complete competency checklist per level, score at a Level 1 on the Millwright assessment, and have own tools
General mechanical working knowledge:
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- Repair/replace/maintain, all mobile equipment parts as well as chains, sprockets, bearings, belts, gearbox, motors, etc.
- Metal fabrication
- Welding; arc, acetylene, and others.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment
- Align and calibrate equipment
- Perform preventive maintenance.
- Hand Power Tools; drill, sander, grinder, band saw, etc.
- Construction/structural assembly.
- Measurements reading English/Metric; tape, caliper, ruler and other.
- Accountable for working safely
- Must provide quality workmanship.
- Must assign work and confirm completion.
- Direct and ensure quality work from contractors.
- Issuing hot work permits to meet AON guidelines.
General safety knowledge:
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- Personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Lockout and Tag out.
- Fall Protection
Housekeeping:
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- Maintain working area clean, shop, field area, vehicle and other.
- Keep working equipment/shop tools orderly.
Requirements and duties on this position are not all inclusive but do provide a broad description.
Outstanding benefits package including:
- Benefits starting Day 1
- Competitive starting pay
- On-the-job training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid vacations and holidays
Apply:
If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: https://www.westfraser.com/careers/current-opportunities
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)