Industrial Mechanic / Millwright Journeyperson (3010)

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment. 

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services. 

Position Summary:

Position:    Millwright Journeyperson

Type:          Full Time 

Location:    CNRL Horizon

Schedule:   7 on / 7 off

Compensation Details:

Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date

Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits - eligible after 3 months of continuous service

RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching - eligible after 3 months of continuous service

Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

Progression and development opportunities

Safety Recognition

Company support for recertification of required tickets

Years of Service Recognition – Annual

Bouchier welcome gift and company swag

Overtime available but not guaranteed

Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site

Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location

Role Summary: 

As an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), you will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair of stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. In this role, you will also collaborate closely with HVAC Technicians to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems in commercial and industrial environments.

Your responsibilities include applying mechanical expertise, performing precision alignment of equipment, conducting fabrication work as required, and assisting with system diagnostics to ensure HVAC and related mechanical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Strict adherence to company and site-specific safety policies and procedures is mandatory. You are expected to stop work immediately and report any unsafe condition or activity that could endanger personnel, equipment, or the environment. Maintaining a safe work environment is a core responsibility and an essential part of this role.

Primary Responsibilities: 

HVAC Support

Assist HVAC Technicians in the installation, repair, and servicing of HVAC systems, including rooftop units, air handlers, condensers, pumps, fans, and ventilation equipment.

Support troubleshooting activities by identifying mechanical issues such as misalignment, vibration, worn components, or improper equipment operation.

Aid in the disassembly and reassembly of HVAC components during maintenance or replacement tasks.

Help perform preventive maintenance on motors, bearings, blowers, belts, dampers, and related mechanical components.

Mechanical & Millwright Duties

Perform precise alignment of rotating equipment using dial indicators or laser alignment tools.

Fabricate or modify brackets, mounts, and supports needed for HVAC installations.

Operate drills, grinders, welders, cutting tools, hoists, lifts, and rigging equipment safely.

Install, maintain, and repair pumps, conveyors, shafts, and other mechanical systems that integrate with HVAC operations.

Assist with equipment placement, equipment anchoring, and structural mounting as required. 

Read and understand blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures and scope.

Install, align, troubleshoot, dismantle, adjust and maintain industrial machinery and mechanical equipment such as:

Operate hoisting and lifting and rigging devices to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery.

Inspect, examine and troubleshoot machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions.

Operate machine tools, such as lathes and grinders, to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of machinery.

Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work as required on machinery and HVAC equipment

As required perform other duties that are not listed in this position description but are required to successfully carry out the role.

Safety aware and a responsible work attitude

Should be able to communicate clearly in English and hold good oral communication skills.

Must be able to read and follow blueprints and technical specifications.

Ability to understand the need and apply workmanship to exacting standards.

Basic understanding of computerized machinery

Understanding of fluid mechanics

Education & Experience:

Must hold valid Red Seal Journeyman Ticket as Industrial Mechanic/Millwright. 

Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience required (Preferred) as a ticketed journeyman.

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean abstract is required.

CSO (Common Safety Orientation)

WHMIS 2015

Must have experience servicing belt driven equipment, fans, and electrical motors 

Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills 

Good co-ordination and manual dexterity 

Ability to troubleshoot and rectify a large variety of operational problems. 

Good physical strength and stamina 

Ability to work well with co-workers, contractors & clients. 

Previous oil sands site experience will be considered an asset.

Good written and oral communication skills. All applicants must have ability to read, speak and write fluently in English.   

Must currently reside in Canada and be eligible to work in Canada.

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until a suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks. 

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers  

Please follow us on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/BouchierGroup/ 

The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.