Red Seal Millwright Journeyman

Description

Company Description

Who we are. At Mercer International Inc., our vision of transforming biomass into bioproducts for a more sustainable world is being realized every day. We are a diversified global producer of forest products, bioproducts, and green electricity with operations in Canada, Germany, and the United States. We have a consolidated annual production capacity of approximately 2.2 million tonnes of kraft pulp and 550 million board feet of softwood lumber.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, and fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

Mercer Celgar is seeking a safety-minded, highly skilled Red Seal Millwright to join the maintenance team in Castlegar, BC. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for the precision maintenance and reliability of a wide array of heavy industrial equipment within a world-class pulp facility.

Core Responsibilities

• Prioritize and uphold the Celgar World Class Safety Program in all daily activities.


• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial machinery including pumps, compressors, conveyors, and turbines.


• Perform precision alignments and fits using specialized hand and power tools.


• Execute prescribed preventative and predictive maintenance schedules to ensure maximum mill uptime.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical and operations departments, to solve mechanical challenges.


• Maintain a clean and organized workspace while managing tool inventory and maintenance records.

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) as a Millwright is required.


• Maintenance experience in a heavy industrial setting.


• Strong understanding of vibration analysis, oil sampling, and other predictive maintenance technologies.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure during mill shutdowns or emergency repair situations.


• Excellent communication skills and a proven track record of working collaboratively in a team setting.

Benefits

At Mercer Celgar, we invest in our team members and ensure their well-being. As a member of our team, vacation and benefits are as per the Labour Agreement between Mercer Celgar and the Private Woodworkers of Canada Local #1 and include:

Pension and Benefits

• We provide a competitive pension plan.


• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits and an onsite gym.


• Base Salary: $54.79 hourly per the Labour Agreement

Application Process

Mercer Celgar is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Submit your resume to the documents folder on the application. Resumes and all supporting documents must be submitted no later than August 31, 2026.
We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.