Journeyperson Millwright - 7/7 Schedule

Who We AreVanderwell is an Alberta, family-owned company that has been operating in northern Alberta for more than 80 years. We have a modern sawmill, planer mill, and pellet mill facilities, which produce dimensional lumber, wood pellets, shavings, and chips for wholesale customers.We’re a major employer in the local region, we have more than 150 employees working throughout the operation -- mill production, sales & shipping, woodlands, truck and mobile equipment shops, and administration. Contract and part-time employees are also employed in mill production, maintenance, transportation, and seasonal activities.What We OfferVanderwell offers stable, long-term employment which provides our employees with a good standard of living. We offer competitive wages with a full benefits plan, as well as optional RSP plans.The OpportunityWe are currently looking to hire a Journeyperson Millwright for our manufacturing facilities in Mitsue Industrial Park. Job duties include:Changing saws and knives, lubricating mill floor equipment, and replacing tool tips on de-barkersCalibrating trim saws and checking for lugs out of line, cracked saws, warped or broken beltsReceiving equipment status reports from operators, identifying any problems and repairs as required to operateWorking Conditions:Exposed to noise, dust, falling debris, moving machinery, weather extremes, splinters, slipping and tripping hazardsLifting heavy, awkward objects and climbing on equipment is frequently requiredRequired use of PPE appropriate for the task and working conditionsMust have:A solid work ethic, be eager to learn, and be a team playerA valid Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic certificationA minimum of 3-5 years of industrial experience, preferably working in a sawmillProficient written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to comfortably work at different heightsAvailable Shift Schedules:7 days on and 7 days off (rotating dayshift and nightshift); camp rooms are available for non-local candidatesThursday - Sunday, DayshiftMonday - Thursday, 6 - 6, Rotating (two weeks of dayshift, followed by two weeks of nightshift)Pay Rates:Level 1 Millwright -$48.50/hr Level 2 Millwright - $50.50/hrMillwrights are scheduled for 44 hours per week (or 84 hours per week on the 7/7 schedule), with overtime hours availableIf this position sounds like a fit for you, please apply directly through the portal.We thank all candidates for their interest; only candidates selected to advance in our recruitment process will be contacted.