Millwright

 

Millwright Mechanic – Fort McMurry, AB

Are you a Millwright Mechanic with a passion for solving problems and turning ideas into real-world solutions? Do you enjoy variety in your work and the opportunity to work on different types of equipment and machinery rather than performing the same tasks day in and day out?

Canada Pump and Power is looking for a Millwright Mechanic to join our Maintenance team at our Fort McMurry facility.

This is a shop-based, Monday-to-Friday position located in Fort McMurry, Alberta. Candidates do not need to currently reside in Fort McMurry; however, the successful candidate must be able to reliably report to our Fort McMurry facility each scheduled workday.

Schedule & Location

• Location: Fort McMurry, Alberta
• Schedule: Monday to Thursday (4/3) 10 hour days 
• Hours: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• 40 hours per week
• Home every night – this is not a rotational or camp-based position
• Occasional approved overtime may be required based on operational demand
• Occasional field/site work may be required to support equipment maintenance outside of the shop

Job Statement

The Millwright Mechanic provides maintenance support to Operations through the repair, maintenance, and inspection of company equipment and assets. This position works on industrial pumps, mechanical equipment, heavy equipment, and other assets under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor while adhering to company safety protocols and quality standards.

Key areas of performance for this position include efficiency, effectiveness, and quality.

Accountabilities

• Follow company processes, Safe Work Procedures, and Safe Work Practices.
• Work within company, customer, regulatory, and other applicable standards related to the scope of work.
• Identify, report, and assist in correcting potential hazards, incidents, and near misses.
• Complete Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs).
• Provide daily summaries of work activities using company-established reporting requirements.
• Analyze equipment operation, maintenance processes, and procedures to identify opportunities to improve effectiveness, productivity, quality, health, and safety.
• Conduct defect and root cause analysis and participate in corrective and preventative actions.
• Work collaboratively with the Maintenance team and Operations to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support quality control requirements to ensure equipment is repaired and maintained according to specifications.
• Document repairs and complete and submit work orders to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Stage & Prepare Repair Materials

• Collect and stage required parts and components for repairs.
• Operate appropriate rigging equipment and dollies to position heavy machinery and components.
• Load staged materials and equipment into service trucks as required.
• Dispose of post-repair materials in an environmentally responsible manner.

Repair & Maintain Equipment

• Follow daily repair priorities established by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and establish anticipated repair requirements and timeframes.
• Requisition required parts and specialty components.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on company assets in accordance with manufacturer specifications and applicable safety standards.
• Fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, and connect couplings and belts to required tolerances.
• Inspect and verify completed repairs.
• Report completed maintenance and repair activities to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Consult with the Maintenance Supervisor regarding mechanical standards, protocols, and warranty repair procedures.
• Conduct pre-use equipment inspections and report required maintenance.
• Become familiar with and comply with Canada Pump and Power and customer rules, regulations, and standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Action Oriented – Takes initiative, approaches challenges with energy, and acts effectively without requiring excessive direction.

Integrity & Trust – Demonstrates honesty, accountability, professionalism, and confidentiality while taking ownership of mistakes and commitments.

Communication – Provides timely and accurate information to supervisors, coworkers, Operations, and other stakeholders.

Perseverance – Approaches work with drive and determination and follows tasks through to completion, including when challenges or setbacks arise.

Planning & Organization – Effectively scopes work, establishes priorities, anticipates potential challenges, and manages tasks to meet operational requirements.

Problem Solving – Uses logical troubleshooting and analysis to diagnose mechanical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.

Process Management – Understands and follows established maintenance processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, workflow, and equipment reliability.

Teamwork – Works effectively with Maintenance, Operations, and other departments to support company priorities and operational requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) trade certification or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience repairing and maintaining industrial and/or mechanical equipment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driver's abstract.
• Ability to complete required site-specific orientations and training.
• Must participate in and successfully complete required drug and alcohol screening in accordance with company and/or client requirements.
• Must be able to reliably report to the Canada Pump and Power facility in Fort McMurry, Alberta, Monday through Friday for a 7:30 AM start.
• Ability to work occasional overtime and attend field/site locations when operationally required.

Work Environment

• Primarily based at the Canada Pump and Power Fort McMurry maintenance facility.
• Occasional field/site deployment to support equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Exposure to noisy, dusty, wet, and industrial work environments.
• Occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Regular interaction with management, employees, customers, contractors, and Operations personnel.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work extended shifts of up to 12 hours when operationally required.
• Ability to safely move over, around, and through industrial work environments and obstacles.
• Ability to lift and handle loads up to approximately 18 kg (40 lbs).

Reports To

Maintenance Manager