Millwright

Millwright - Six-month TemporaryHourly Wage:
$52.50Location:
Meadowbank, BC As a Millwright at Drax, you will be essential in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our plant operations.
You will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment, supporting our commitment to sustainable energy production.
Key Accountabilities:
Safety Safety Culture Participation:
Actively engage in Drax's safety culture, using DATS to record safety conversations, observations, and training.
Lead by example in promoting safety and contributing to all business areas.
Mentoring and Training:
Support the leadership team in mentoring and training employees, ensuring proper training, competency, and documentation.
Housekeeping Standards:
Maintain high housekeeping standards within the department with all team members' participation.
Chemical Safety:
Utilize Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used in production and ensure employees are trained in their use.
Training Compliance:
Complete all safety-related Plant Operator Development Program training requirements as per each level.
Radio Communication:
Adhere to Drax's Radio Usage Procedure, ensuring brief, clear, and essential communication.
OH&S Committee Involvement:
Actively participate in Drax's Occupational Health & Safety Committee.
Technical ResponsibilitiesRoutine Daily Maintenance - 75% Regular Maintenance:
Provide routine maintenance to machines, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, productivity, and environmental standards.
Mechanical Work:
Install, maintain, inspect, and repair a wide variety of mechanical equipment.
Team Collaboration:
Work with other trades in a team environment to enhance safety, efficiency, quality, and production.
Shutdown and Strategic Capital Projects - 15% Project Assistance:
Provide expertise and assistance in project planning and execution.
Collaboration:
Work with maintenance team members and Drax staff to ensure project safety, efficiency, quality, and timely completion.
Mentorship and Leadership to Maintenance Staff - 10% Safety Program Champion:
Actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legislation and regulations.
Apprentice Mentorship:
Mentor in-house Millwright Apprentices in their professional development.
Minimum Requirements:
Certification:
Red Seal Certified Millwright.
Experience:
5 years of progressive heavy industry experience, preferably in the pellet, particle board, or fibre board industries.
Skills:
Welding and fabricating experience is an asset, as is experience with wet precipitators and heavy industry operations.
Equipment Operation:
Ability to operate mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
Independence:
Ability to work independently with strong mechanical aptitude.
Technical Proficiency:
Computer proficiency and familiarity with work order systems.
Adaptability:
Flexibility to adapt to changes in work schedules or tasks.
Teamwork:
Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Communication:
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
License:
Valid Driver's license.
What We Offer:
Competitive Salary:
A competitive wage package with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
Benefits:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits from day one, along with an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals.
Supportive Environment:
A supportive team environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged.
Bonus Plan:
Participation in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and achievement of organizational goals.
About Drax Drax is at the forefront of transforming energy generation, supply, and usage.
Our mission is to drive a zero-carbon, lower-cost energy future.
By joining Drax, you'll be part of a team that's making a significant impact on our collective future.
Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change.
A career at Drax is more than just a job-it's a chance to make a difference.
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Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside of the band for this role where appropriate, considering the candidate's experience, skills and other relevant factors.
The advertised salary range relates to British Columbia and is provided in accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act.
We recognize however that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based and accordingly the salary range may not apply outside of British Columbia.