Skilled trades jobs in Canada (11,842 jobs)

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Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 11,842
Employers: 4,859

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.67Across 3,525 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $81,483Across 101 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%14 listings
Hybrid: 2%217 listings
On-site: 96%11,412 listings

Not specified: 2% (199 listings)

Employers hiring include Canada Post - Postes Canada (418), FedEx Canada (214), Bridgepoint Maintenance (175).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Journeyman Electrician - Sylvan Lake
Medallion Energy Services
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- Full-time
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Journeyman Electrician - Sylvan Lake
Medallion Energy Services
Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
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Journeyman Electrician - Sylvan Lake
Medallion Energy Services
Innisfail, AB
- Full-time
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Electrician
Epiroc
L'Ange-Gardien, QC
- Full-time
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Apprentice - Electrician
Magna International
St. Thomas, ON
- $33.32 to $40.64 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Welder
Apex Industries
Moncton, NB
- Full-time
Apex Industries is seeking an experienced and skilled Welder with TIG welding experience to join our Custom Contract Manufacturing Group. This full-time, permanent position reports to the…
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Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief
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Callander, ON
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Letter Carrier - Delivery Agent
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Listowel, ON
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Canada Post - Postes Canada
Callander, ON
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Canada Post - Postes Canada
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Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Golden, BC
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic
EMSCO Heavy Equipment
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
Colas Western Canada Inc.
Acheson, AB
- Full-time
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Millwright
Saputo Inc.
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Husky Technologies
Bolton, ON
- Full-time
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Millwright
PreCon
Woodstock, ON
- Full-time
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Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
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London, ON
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Millwright
OSCO Construction Group
Woodstock, ON
- Full-time
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Agricultural Equipment Technician
Green Diamond Equipment
Summerside, PE
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Agricultural Equipment Technician to join our team at our Summerside, PEI location.
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Journeyman Electrician
Bunge
Russell, MB
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Electrician (Hourly)
Calgary Stampeder Football Club
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
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Apprentice Automotive Technician - Guelph Hyundai
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Guelph, ON
- $21 to $22 CAD / hour
- Other
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
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Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…complex equipment with limited or no supervision in a highly skilled, safe, and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and…

PreCon

Millwright

Woodstock, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 26, 2026
Experience: Four-year apprenticeship program certified by Department of Labor, or 4 years direct experience as a Millwright.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

About PreCon

JOB DESCRIPTION

With a solid history dating back to 1958, PreCon Precast Limited (now a member of the OSCO Construction Group) is known as a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions with our manufacturing plant in Woodstock ON and office in Mississauga, ON. Across Ontario, you will find PreCon precast products and systems used in a variety of construction segments. Our value creation is cultivated by our workforce; a strong team built of Technical Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Production and Field Services. We pride ourselves in being leaders in precast concrete innovation, building more energy efficient, sustainable, and safe structures.

Position Summary

The Millwright is responsible for installing or dismantling machinery and equipment according to company plans, blueprints, and other diagrams. This will be accomplished through the safe and effective use of hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools. This position also requires that the Millwright troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic problems with associated equipment. The Millwright is also responsible for repairing malfunctioning equipment, such as motors, pumps, valves, controls, and other machines.

Responsibilities

Inspect machinery as it arrives, unload the parts, and then assemble them with the safe and effective use of hand and power tools.
Relocate unassembled equipment as it arrives, positioning the machinery and pieces that need to be assembled, using hoists, dollies, and trucks.
Interpret blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
Dismantle machines by using hammers, crowbars, wrenches, and other hand or power tools.
Where necessary, construct a foundation for new equipment, using building materials, such as wood, cement, and steel.
Align machines and equipment during installation, using hoists, jacks, squares, ruler, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
Use a lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to match the appropriate specifications.
Assemble all machinery and equipment by bolting, welding, riveting, or fastening them to pre-built foundations.
Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems operations
Adhere to assembly and installation instructions set forth in vendor manuals and specifications.
Repair any problems associated with new equipment.
Fabricate new machine parts if original parts are missing or damaged.
Identify and correct any problems found in machines, equipment, or processes in order to facilitate production.
Leads apprentices and directs them to ensure successful task completion.
Ensure that safety policies, quality standards, and standard operating procedures are followed.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities on once the machines and equipment are put into operation.
Complete all paperwork as required.
Ensure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation.
Ability to weld
All other duties as required.

Education/ Qualifications

Licensed journeyman, or class 433A certification.
Four-year apprenticeship program certified by Department of Labor, or 4 years direct experience as a Millwright.
Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
Valid “G” driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Accurate and highly analytical.
Experience in supervising and mentoring apprentices.
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job you are regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, lift, climb, push-pull, kneel, crouch, twist, bend, and stoop.
May require working in hot (32C) and cold (-25C) temperatures
Travel may be required.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 100 lbs.
Manual dexterity required to use power and hand tools.
Overtime as required.

This posting represents a current vacancy. We are actively seeking qualified candidates to fill this role.

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, PreCon offers a comprehensive compensation package including seniority with Unifor union local 636 upon successful completion of probation, competitive wages , paid overtime and company benefits.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

The OSCO Construction Group prides itself not just in embracing change, but in leading it. We drive this change by maintaining our vision to be fast, be global and be connected. All of our sectors are committed to: conducting business with integrity and fairness; continuous education & training of our employees; improving our processes; focusing on our customers’ needs; and, providing top quality products & services.

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Responsibilities

Install, dismantle, align, and repair machinery and equipment using blueprints, vendor instructions, and appropriate tools. Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, fabricate or weld parts as needed, and guide apprentices while following safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Requires a licensed journeyman or 433A certification, a four-year certified apprenticeship, or four years of direct millwright experience. Candidates must be able to diagnose equipment malfunctions, hold a valid Ontario G driver's license with reliable transportation, communicate effectively, and be capable of physically demanding work; welding ability and experience mentoring apprentices are also specified.

Skills

Machinery Installation and Dismantling
Mechanical Troubleshooting
Hydraulic Systems
Pneumatic Systems
Blueprint and Schematic Interpretation
Preventive Maintenance
Corrective Maintenance
Equipment Repair
Machine Alignment
Welding
Fabrication
Use of Hand and Power Tools
Apprentice Supervision and Mentoring
Safety Compliance
Quality Standards Compliance
Technical Documentation

Benefits

Paid Overtime
Company Benefits

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Millwright
433A Certification
Journeyman License
Four-Year Apprenticeship
Precast Concrete
Machinery Installation
Machinery Dismantling
Mechanical Troubleshooting
Hydraulic Systems
Pneumatic Systems
Blueprints
Schematics
Hoists
Lift Trucks
Hand Tools
Power Tools
Lathe
Welding
Machine Alignment
Equipment Repair
Preventive Maintenance
Corrective Maintenance
Fabrication
Vendor Manuals
Apprentice Mentoring
Safety Procedures
Quality Standards
Unifor Union Local 636

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