Job Description

Description :

West Fraser is a leading diversified forest products company. Recognized for the tenth time as one of Canada\'s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada\'s Best Employers for Recent Graduates, we continue to grow. We are looking for talented people to be part of our team. We believe in growing our team from within and many of our employees have built their careers with us. West Fraser\xe2\x80\x99s Slave Lake Pulp Division has an opportunity for an:

Journeyperson Millwright

You will be a key player in a company-wide continuous improvement effort through daily use of troubleshooting and preventative maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintenance of pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings and hydraulics involved in the manufacturing process
• Undertake preventative maintenance program for equipment
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of equipment and machinery
• Repair and assemble hydraulic equipment and cylinders
• Use knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings
• Verify and document repairs made
• Work in a safe manner using proper PPE

Qualifications:

• Experience with the various automated operations and systems
• Highly motivated journeyperson with demonstrated ability to apply trade skills and knowledge safely and effectively
• A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright Certification
• Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work closely with other trades and employees
• Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible schedule to work days, nights and/or weekend shifts

Considered a strong asset:

• Previous experience working in a pulp mill
• A Machinist/Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate

Slave Lake Pulp is a 240,000 tpy BCTMP mill located approximately 2.5 hours north of Edmonton, Alberta. Slave Lake Pulp is committed to continuous improvement, through operational, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation reliability. We have a collaborative, team culture. If this position sounds like the career for you, apply at click "apply now" in green at the top of the page.

For more information on West Fraser and our current opportunities, visit our website at:

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin or any other protected legal characteristic.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

West Fraser