Millwright

ARGUS MACHINE CO LTD • Nisku, AB

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Argus is seeking a motivated, safety-focused Millwright Journeyperson or 3rd- or 4th-Year Apprentice to join their maintenance team at their Nisku facility. This role is crucial for maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting safe, efficient operations in a manufacturing and threading facility. The Millwright will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and supporting equipment, machine tools, and facility-related systems. This is an opportunity for someone with a troubleshooting mindset who is curious, hands-on, and motivated to repair, maintain, and improve equipment and machine tools in a stable industrial environment.

Requirements

• Journeyperson Millwright Certification, Alberta-recognized trade certification, and/or Red Seal Certification; or current registration as a 3rd or 4th Year Millwright Apprentice through the Alberta Apprenticeship Program.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a curious, hands-on mindset.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, manuals, specifications, and maintenance documentation.
• Commitment to safe work practices and following company procedures.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an industrial, manufacturing, machining, heavy equipment, steel, or similar environment is considered an asset.
• Experience operating, maintaining, or repairing machine tools or industrial equipment is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and rotating equipment systems is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance requirements and Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing principles is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine preventative maintenance on equipment and machines in accordance with Argus preventative maintenance task sheets and schedules.
• Deliver maintenance and repair schedules as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor, ensuring quality and customer requirements are met.
• Support current schedules for repair and maintenance of Argus machines, equipment, and buildings.
• Evaluate machinery and equipment condition and report concerns, risks, or required repairs to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and respond to emergency or unscheduled breakdowns on machines and equipment that are not working.
• Communicate downtime information, repair status, and maintenance needs clearly to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Read and interpret drawings, manuals, specifications, and technical documentation to assess machine functionality and complete repairs or adjustments.
• Assemble, fit, align, adjust, and repair machinery and equipment as required.
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager when machine parts, specialty tools, or support items are required to keep equipment running.
• Operate shop equipment and use tools as required to assess and complete maintenance activities.
• Work collaboratively with operations, supervisors, electricians, welders, engineers, and other trades.
• Support a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.
• Contribute to department KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Core values that are a way of life.
• Strong company culture.
• Opportunity to work with a wide range of equipment.
• Support meaningful improvements.
• Be part of a team that directly impacts customer delivery and operational success.
• Build a long-term career in a strong industrial environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed