Journeyman Millwright

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Position Title: Journeyman/woman Millwright

Reports To: Field Supervisor/Manager

Pay Type: Hourly

Wage Rates:

Journeyman: $47.50

*Please note, there are shift premiums for lead positions on top of the base wage

Hours: Shift Work – 40+ hours per week

Monday to Friday – First 8 hours are regular time

Monday to Friday – Next 4 hours are 1.5x

Monday to Friday – Remaining hours are 2x

Saturday and Sunday – All 2x

Statuary Holidays - 3x

About the Role:
Octo is growing, and we are looking to add skilled Millwrights to our team. As our workload continues to expand, we are seeking motivated, safety-focused Journeyman/Journeywoman Millwrights to join our field crews.

If you take pride in precision, workmanship, and maintaining the highest safety standards, we want to hear from you. This is a hands-on role with a variety of mechanical tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Work sites span across western Canada; ability to travel is an asset.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Complete detailed Health & Safety documentation, including Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs), PPE inspections, vehicle, trailer, and tool inspections, as well as Focus Observation Cards (FOCs).
• Conduct mechanical condition inspections with quality control witness, complete associated paperwork, and report findings to management.
• Perform a variety of mechanical tasks, including but not limited to:
• Lube oil flushes and fills
• Motor/pump, turbine, compressor, gearbox, and steam turbine laser alignments and installations
• Pipe strain measurements and adjustments
• Rigging and hoisting
• Base/skid leveling and grouting
• Mechanical seal and bearing removal/installation
• Temperature sampling of equipment
• Piping installation and flange torqueing
• Stud removal
• Obtain and use specialized tooling to assemble, disassemble, and repair industrial machinery in compliance with all safety procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and detailed drawings to ensure work meets industry standards.
• Participate in daily and monthly Health & Safety meetings.
• Assist Field Machinists in field machining operations as required.
• Collaborate with other trades to complete mechanical scopes of work.
• Perform work in specialized areas, including confined spaces and heights, with required training.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform various other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications / Credentials:

• Journeyman Millwright certification from an accredited institution.
• Mandatory safety tickets: H2S Alive, CSTS 2020, WHMIS 2025, Standard First Aid.
• Safety tickets considered an asset: Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Overhead Crane.
• Additional education considered an asset: Journeyman Machinist certification.

Experience:

• Minimum 1–5 years of Millwright experience
• Experience in new construction and new installation considered an asset

Knowledge / Skills:

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Advanced ability to read and interpret technical manuals, operating procedures, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Strong mathematical skills for measurements, formulas, and performance calculations.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong focus on safety.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of API standards and recommended installation procedures.
• Manual dexterity, motor coordination, and physical strength.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Alcohol and drug test
• 5 Year drivers abstract
• Criminal record check

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $47.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable with a drug and alcohol test, criminal record check, and drivers abstract review?
• Are you willing to travel for work on rotation?
• How comfortable are you with new installation millwright work?

Work Location: In person