Certified Millwright
Certified Millwright
Slave Lake, Alberta
Certified Millwrights are our rockstars. They don't just do regular PMs, troubleshoot issues and keep machines running - they keep our business running and do so in a way that keeps our employees and equipment safe. Interested in learning more about us? Read on, you may have found your new home….
We're looking for a Certified Millwright to join our Athabasca Oriented Strand Board (OSB) division, located in Slave Lake, Alberta. This state-of-the-art facility has the longest continuous press in North America, giving us the ability to manufacture a broad range of innovative forest products for customers around the world.
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:
- Experience working as a Millwright with a valid Interprovincial Ticket.
- Experience troubleshooting hydraulic systems.
- Ability to read blueprints, plans and schematics.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to working safely.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Good organizational and planning skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) - preferably JD Edwards.
- Previous experience in a forest products environment is considered an asset.
We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.
In this role you will:
- Work with a high-performance team dedicated to maintaining all mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers and chains, bearings and hydraulic systems involved in the manufacturing process.
- Keep our systems running smoothly by performing preventative and predictive maintenance. This includes inspecting machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions.
- Find safe, creative ways to boost equipment reliability and streamline our processes.
- Apply your knowledge, skills and experience to troubleshoot issues and come up with safe, reliable fixes to keep the mill running.
- Share your knowledge with the next generation of maintenance rockstars - our Apprentices.
So, what's in it for you?
- You'll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
- You'll earn a competitive wage of $50.43/hour to start.
- You'll receive an additional prairie location payment and a trades retention bonus on top of your base pay.
- You'll be eligible to participate in Tolko's bonus program.
- You'll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don't have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
- You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
- You'll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
- You'll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.
We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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About Slave Lake
Our Athabasca Division is located two and a half hours northwest of Edmonton, Alberta close to the town of Slave Lake. Slave Lake is home to over 6,000 people, It's an active community boasting two ball facilities, a multi-recreation centre, aquatic centre, and over 40 acres of parks and open space to explore.
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