Millwright - 3rd Year Apprentice

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo • Fort McMurray, AB

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Millwright Apprentice performs skilled Millwright level work. Work involves preventative and corrective maintenance, inspections, modifications, and installing/dismantling of systems and projects, as well as troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing municipal equipment. The incumbent will be responsible for inspecting the work of contractors, demonstrating sound judgement, and working toward reducing errors to prevent unsafe and deteriorated equipment, health and safety risks to the public, and liabilities to the municipality. This position is required to exercise a considerable degree of independent judgement, although the work is subject to inspection.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of the standard methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the millwright trade.
• Knowledge about, and experience working within, all applicable safety procedures and occupational health and safety regulations including, but not limited to, confined space entry, rigging, scaffolds and platforms, hoists and lifting devices, energy isolation, and fall protection.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work of the trade, and the ability to implement safe work practices including, but not limited to, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Familiarity with the work of related trades and contractors.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and execute verbal/written instructions and technical plans/specifications.
• Skill in the use and care of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment of the trade.
• Ability to set priorities and respond to emergency situations.
• High degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient math, numeracy and reading skills.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Registered as a third-year Apprentice in the Millwright trade in Alberta.
• Experience performing Millwright duties in a commercial or industrial environment is required.
• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
• A valid Class five (5) Operator’s License is required as incumbent will be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use on a regular basis.
• Must be willing to work outside in all conditions.
• Immunizations are strongly recommended for work in unsanitary conditions.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in municipal operations is an asset.
• Industrial training in Confined Space, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Safe Work Permitting & H2S awareness considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, overhaul, remove, and test mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, drive units, mixers, generators, blowers, compressors, collector chains, sprockets, conveyors, heat exchangers, and various piping systems.
• Construct, install, and level frameworks, foundations, and anchors for equipment.
• Align frames, couplings, bearings, shafts, and various drives using assorted fastening devices and measurement indicators.
• Identify and connect external piping such as water supply, drains, and lubrication hoses.
• Examine and diagnose equipment for excessive vibration, temperature, speed, and lubrication abnormalities under operating conditions. Adjust pulleys, belts, packing and drive units as required.
• Install and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and specialty systems including chlorine systems and boilers.
• Adjust, repair, or replace components such as pumps, accumulators, control valves, cylinders, control switches, and safety devices.
• Respond to, troubleshoot, and find solutions for complex and unique issues with various types of equipment relating to the trade.
• Read and interpret layouts, drawings, blueprints, and manufacturer's specifications.
• Complete field level hazard assessments (FLHAs) and incident reports as necessary.
• Identify and purchase parts and supplies using department policies for guidance.
• Operate various equipment related to the trade.
• Maintain all facility logbooks as required to support the operation.
• Provide written notes and feedback on work orders or other forms of communication.
• Provide guidance, instruction, and direction to assigned helpers or apprentices as required.
• Respond to call outs and emergencies as required.
• Participate in development of trade related preventative maintenance tasks and procedures.
• Provide guidance, instruction, and direction to assigned helpers or apprentices as required.
• Participate actively as a team member and support various health and safety, energy conservation, and operational cost effectiveness initiatives.
• Complete training and participate in the RMWB training program as required by operations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED