Millwright, Journeyman

Rostel Industries, a division of Precision Drilling Canada Limited Partnership has an opening for a Journeyman Millwright, eager to roll up their sleeves and contribute to a lively work environment. This position will work out of Precisions Manufacturing Shop in Southeast Calgary.

Combined with a competitive remuneration package, you will enjoy the advantages of:

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, Pension match, long-term disability coverage.
• An inclusive work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health, well-being, and family life!
• Precision offers competitive time off packages as applicable.

Summary

At Rostel Industries, Journeyman Millwrights are responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting oilfield rig machinery and mechanical equipment. The Journeyman Welder is expected to act as a liaison to the Lead Hand to ensure that all products and projects are produced and completed in a high-quality and efficient manner. 

Responsibilities

• Assembly of newly fabricated oilfield equipment
• Fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, and connect couplings and belts to precise tolerances
• Align and test equipment and make any necessary adjustments
• Perform predictive and operational maintenance using procedures such as vibration analysis and follow through with repairing or replacing defective parts when necessary
• Service and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and programmable logic controls
• Must have the ability to conduct precision measurement and inspection of mechanical components
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Install, align, dismantle, and move stationary oilfield and mechanical equipment for repair according to layout plans using hand and power tools
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices such as cranes, jacks, dollies, and forklifts to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up, and repair of machinery
• Operate machine tools such as lathes and grinders to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance, or set-up of machinery
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery
• Construct foundations for machinery or direct other workers to construct foundations
• Apply mechanical repair principles and procedures to make sure that machinery runs properly
• Set up and adjust complex machinery for new patterns and products
• Confer with management to recommend equipment changes and modifications and evaluate new equipment
• Assist with standard shop housekeeping and upkeep on an ad hoc basis 
• Must be willing to work in and participate in safety conscious environment
• Must be motivated and have good communication skills
• Candidate must have a positive attitude with the ability to work well with others and on their own
• Produce quality products based on engineering drawings with minimal defects

Knowledge & Skills

Excellent attitude toward safety and demonstrated commitment to a safe work environment

Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as follow the direction of supervisors

Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

Willingness to train and mentor apprentices

Background in a service-oriented facility

Strong attention to detail

Have a solid understanding of OHS regulations, WHMIS, and the importance of PPE on the worksite

Education

A High School Education or GED equivalent is required

Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program in Millwrighting or Industrial Mechanics

Experience

Completion 72-month minimum experience and 9360 combined working hours

Must hold Registered Red Seal Journeyman Millwright Certification 

4+ Years of experience in an Industrial Mechanical capacity