Description :West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Slave Lake division in Slave Lake, Alberta, is recruiting for a Certified Millwright position.Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you would be a key player in the company-wide continuous improvement effort, through daily use of troubleshooting, predictive, and preventive maintenance strategies.You'll Do:
Work in a safe manner using proper PPE
Maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings and hydraulics involved in the manufacturing process
Undertake preventative maintenance program for equipment
Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to repair equipment
Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of equipment and machinery
Inspect and examine machinery and equipment and repair as required
Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders
Use knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings
Verify and document repairs made
Working various shifts patterns.
You have:
A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright certification
Ability to read blue prints, plans and schematics
Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem solving skills
Commitment to working safely and creating a safe work place
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Organizational and planning skills
Must be able to work various shifts
Mill experience, preferred
Compensation Package:
The hourly pay rate for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location.
Your Workplace Location: Slave Lake is a family-friendly community and offers excellent year-round recreational activities. Our mill and forest operations form an integral part of the community, providing economic stability to employees and families that live in the Slave Lake area. To learn more visit:About Us:West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.Diversity:At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.Sustainability:West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.Learn more about us!Apply now at and discover more about our current opportunities!We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.Behaviors : Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityMotivation : Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
