Job Description
- Install, maintain, modify and repair machinery and stationary equipment (e.g. conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic devices, pumps, engines, motors, production machines, etc.)
- Troubleshoot production problems and take preventive or corrective action as required
- Perform operational equipment checks
- Read blueprints, manuals and process specifications to visualize layouts and guide work
- Collect, analyze, and summarize information and trends to prepare mechanical maintenance reports
- Operate heavy-lifting equipment
- Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work environment
- Follow health and safety policies to ensure safety and environmental protection
- Collaborate with planning departments and shop personnel to ensure maintenance requirements are met
- Document and communicate actions, irregularities and ongoing maintenance requirements (e.g. routine oil change)
Compensation
$29.00/hour – $49.74/hour Commission work pays between $70 and $100 per hour. Apprentices are paid a percentage of the full wage beginning at 75% and increasing with experience.
Job Prospects
Demand in Mining: 4/5
Skill Transferability: 5/5
Overview
Why are People Attracted to this Career?
Millwrights enjoy the hands-on challenge of performing precision work and keeping production systems in good conditions. They solve a range of technical problems in diverse mining environments, and are well compensated for their efforts.
What is it Like to Work as an Millwright in Mining?
Note: The requirements listed below illustrate what it takes to start the career and do not take into account on-the-job training given to new employees.
Millwrights work in confined spaces, at heights and near open holes. They work with a variety of tools and large equipment to perform precise alignments as well as regular machinery maintenance.
Success Profile
- Committed to safe work habits
- Excellent manual dexterity
- Respect and understand safety procedures, regulations and legislation
- Independent
- Results-oriented
- Strong communication, interpersonal and troubleshooting skills
- Team player
- Values safety, health and a positive working environment
- Willing to perform repetitive or routine tasks
Job Entry Requirements
Note: The requirements listed below illustrate what it takes to start the career and do not take into account on-the-job training given to new employees.
Fixed Requirements
- Journeyperson Trade Certificate as Industrial Mechanic/Millwright (check the requirements for your province or territory)
- Physically fit and mobile
- Knowledge of mining operations and mining equipment
- Must be able to pass a medical test
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Willingness to work in a diverse environment
- Proficiency in language of operation
May be Required
Red Seal certification as Industrial Mechanic/Millwright
High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s licence (or eligible for a driver’s licence) with few or no current infractions
Assets
- Willingness to relocate
- Other languages
