Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

Would you like to ply your trade in an innovative production facility? If so, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Millwright! This role will be based out of our PVC manufacturing facility in Edmonton, AB.

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

We are seeking a Journeyman Millwright to focus on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing stationary industrial machinery, mechanical systems and mechanical equipment. The Journeyman Millwright reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

This is a full-time position, with rotating 12hr shifts, with a proposed hourly pay range of $52.30.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and layout work assignments from complex blueprints, sketches or verbal instruction and accomplish these assignments with the maximum efficiency.

• Operate mobile material handling equipment to position machinery and parts during installation, set-up, and repair of machinery.

• Competently and safely inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing plant machinery, equipment, systems, building and physical structures.

• Competently and safely use all tools and operate all machine tools such as lathes and grinders for the efficient overhaul, maintenance, or set-up of Company property.

• Construct foundations for machinery or direct other workers to construct foundations.

• Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools and welding equipment.

• Create work orders in the computer maintenance management system (CMMS) for all work 10 minutes or longer.

• Close out the work orders (or provide maintenance planner and supervisor feedback) and any further work to be done.

• Capable of providing training, instruction and direction to apprentices or helpers assigned to the Millwrights during the course of their duties.

• Must know and keep updated with all national, provincial, and local codes as they affect repair, maintenance, safety, construction and dismantling of machinery, equipment and structures.

• Conduct preventative maintenance programs and keep accurate maintenance records.

• Work proactively to continuously improve plant mechanical performance. Make recommendations for improvement to Maintenance supervisor, planner, and manager.

• Work with other classifications of employees in emergency situations, plant shut down periods, and in times when machinery is not operating to perform all necessary maintenance related activities to get equipment and machinery back into operation in minimum time.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School level reading, writing and mathematical skills

• Journeyman certificate as a Millwright required; interprovincial red seal considered an asset.

• Forklift certificate required – Internal training available

• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively

Excellent time management and multitasking skills

• Comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental, and vision care

• Optional company matching RRSP contribution plant

• Paid statutory holidays

• Annual plant performance bonus

Working Conditions

Incumbent spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment requiring varying degrees of considerable physical labor. Lifting, pulling, pushing heavy objects (50-100 lbs.), standing and walking cover the majority of the work. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, dust, noise levels and the use of equipment such as sharp blades. Moderate amount of sensory attention is required. Limited control of work pace and unexpected workflow brings considerable stresses to this position.

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]