Overview
We are hiring one (1) Full Time, Temporary (up to 11 months) Millwright I/ Welder position working out of Edmonton, AB.
The Millwright/Welder position is accountable for the millwright and welder functions at the Edmonton Water Treatment Plants and Reservoirs (WTPs). This includes ensuring millwright and welder-related work within Edmonton Water Treatments Plants is carried out in an efficient, effective, and safe manner with time spans of up to 3 months.
What you’d be responsible for
Provide input to the Maintenance area of the Edmonton WTP’s plans and directions, and ensure ongoing appropriate relationships with other positions.
Ensure the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance metrics as set put by the Manager, Skilled Trade.
Perform scheduled, corrective, and improvement mechanical maintenance using procedures that include ultrasound analysis and laser. Repair or replace components as necessary.
Perform manual tasks that may include installation, repairs, and maintenance on pumps, valves, compressors and motors, and chemical feed equipment.
Disassembling, cleaning, and lubricating equipment and machinery components inspections.
Interpret drawings, and manufacturer’s specifications for the installation, modification, or repair of equipment.
Participate in required training components to ensure the safety and reliability of the EWTP equipment and systems.
Prepare and implement maintenance programs and provide required reporting and follow-up
Research and purchase materials and parts
Develop and implement safe work plans, hazard assessments, tailgate talks, and all other safety requirements to ensure worker safety within the Edmonton WTPs.
Develop and establish work standards and procedures for the mechanical components of the WTPs.
Demonstrate a high performance, high discipline, safe, accountable, focused, innovative and achievement-oriented, easy to do business with manner of working.
What’s required to be successful
Completion of Grade 12 or G.E.D. or equivalent combination of training or experience.
Certified Provincial Journeyman Millwright/Welder is required. Single Trade Millwright with extensive experience will be considered.
Interprovincial Red Seal would be an asset.
3+ years preferred of technical/tradesperson level work at an Industrial/Commercial working facility – preference to a Water/Wastewater facility.
Class 5 Driver’s license (with 6 demerits or less) A Driver Abstract may be required upon request.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, schematics, sketches, and technical specifications pertaining to the work.
Extensive background with a variety of mechanical equipment.
Ability to operate overhead crane
Solid understanding of computer software e.g. Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Effective decision-making skills in utilizing resources and solving technical challenges.
Knowledge of basic construction related to plant upgrades an asset.
Require basic hand tools used by Millwright.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing will be required.
As our best candidate, you have a strong commitment to safety and a high degree of technical understanding. You are self-directed, motivated, and driven. You have the ability to take an active role in tasks assigned and see them through to completion. You demonstrate excellent organizational skills, produce quality work with very little guidance, and work successfully both independently and within team environments.
Other important facts about this job
Jurisdiction: IBEW1007
Class: DT1 (8006)
Wage: $57.72 per hour
Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and are based on a combination of factors as outlined in the CA that may be found online
Hours of work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Application deadline: August 11, 2022
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Please note the following information:
A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.