About the Role:
Octo is growing, and we are looking to add skilled Millwrights to our team. As our workload continues to expand, we are seeking motivated, safety-focused Journeyman/Journeywoman and Apprentice Millwrights to join our field crews.
If you take pride in precision, workmanship, and maintaining the highest safety standards, we want to hear from you. This is a hands-on role with a variety of mechanical tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Complete detailed Health & Safety documentation, including Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs), PPE inspections, vehicle, trailer, and tool inspections, as well as Focus Observation Cards (FOCs).
- Conduct mechanical condition inspections with quality control witness, complete associated paperwork, and report findings to management.
- Perform a variety of mechanical tasks, including but not limited to:
- Lube oil flushes and fills
- Motor/pump, turbine, compressor, gearbox, and steam turbine laser alignments and installations
- Pipe strain measurements and adjustments
- Rigging and hoisting
- Base/skid leveling and grouting
- Mechanical seal and bearing removal/installation
- Temperature sampling of equipment
- Piping installation and flange torqueing
- Stud removal
- Obtain and use specialized tooling to assemble, disassemble, and repair industrial machinery in compliance with all safety procedures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and detailed drawings to ensure work meets industry standards.
- Participate in daily and monthly Health & Safety meetings.
- Assist Field Machinists in field machining operations as required.
- Collaborate with other trades to complete mechanical scopes of work.
- Perform work in specialized areas, including confined spaces and heights, with required training.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Perform various other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Certifications / Credentials:
- Journeyman Millwright / Apprenticeship certification from an accredited institution (or currently pursuing).
- Mandatory safety tickets: H2S Alive, CSTS 2020, WHMIS, Standard First Aid.
- Safety tickets considered an asset: Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Overhead Crane.
- Additional education considered an asset: Journeyman Machinist certification.
Experience:
- Journeyman: Minimum 1–5 years of Millwright experience;
- Apprentice: Relevant mechanical or industrial experience considered an asset..
Knowledge / Skills:
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Advanced ability to read and interpret technical manuals, operating procedures, blueprints, and diagrams.
- Strong mathematical skills for measurements, formulas, and performance calculations.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong focus on safety.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of API standards and recommended installation procedures.
- Manual dexterity, motor coordination, and physical strength.
Wage Rates:
1st Year: $28.50
2nd Year: $33.25
3rd Year: $38.00
4th Year: $42.75
Journeyman: $47.50
*Please note, there are shift premiums for lead positions on top of the base wage
Hours: Shift Work – 40+ hours per week
Monday to Friday – First 8 hours are regular time
Monday to Friday – Next 4 hours are 1.5x
Monday to Friday – Remaining hours are 2x
Saturday and Sunday – All 2x
Statuary Holidays - All 3x
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.
