Red Seal Millwright

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Port Alberni, BC is seeking talent to fill the position of Red Seal Millwright. This job is permanent and full-time.

Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities: 

• Performing mechanical repairs to machinery and plant support systems, including all rotating and stationary equipment.


• Working with preventative maintenance programs and documenting accurate maintenance records.


• Working with a wide array of precision tools, including computerized alignment equipment.


• Ability to read and interpret machine drawings.

Key Skills:

• Dedicated to safety, proactive support of efforts to create a culture of safety excellence.


• Effective communicator to other departments.


• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).


• Commitment to working within and creating a safe and healthy work environment.


• Team player who can work as part of a team or in an independent setting.


• Computer skills and assets.


• Respond to production calls during downtime.


• Communicate updates to supervisor to maintain goals.

Required Professional Experience/Qualifications:

• Red Seal certification.


• 3 to 5 years’ experience in related industrial environment.


• An uncompromising approach to safety.


• Ability to work in a team or independently.


• Available for mill 12 hour operational shift schedules.

Salary rate: $48.66 per hour as per the Collective Agreement.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.

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