NOW HIRING Journeyman Millwright - Lead from the Front - Full time Permanent

Industry: Grain Handling / Agriculture Construction

Title: Millwright Foreman/Construction Millwright

This is a recent currently available position

Work location is 2294 County Rd 31, Winchester, ON

Ready to lead hands-on work that matters—and build critical infrastructure across Ontario’s agricultural sector?

Horst Systems is looking for A Skilled Construction Millwright at the Journeyman level to lead and work alongside our crews installing grain handling and storage systems across the Winchester Area and Ontario.

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This is a working leadership role for individuals who enjoy being in the field, solving problems on site, and taking pride in building systems that farmers depend on every day.

What You’ll Do

- Lead and work with a crew installing grain handling systems (millwrighting, equipment work)
- Assemble and install mechanical and structural components on job sites
- Read basic drawings and follow project direction from the Project Manager
- Solve practical issues on site as work progresses
- Ensure safe, efficient, high-quality installation work
- Travel across Eastern Ontario (occasional overnight stays required - company paid!)
- Work safely at heights (training provided)
- Operate tools and equipment such as forklifts, telehandlers, and other site machinery (training provided)

What We’re Looking For We are looking for Construction Millwrights with experience leading crews working on construction sites, installing agriculture/industrial structures and equipment such as conveyors, augers, or grain systems.

We’re looking for someone who:

- Has experience in construction, agriculture, fabrication, mechanical work, iron work, or heavy labour
- Is comfortable working outdoors, at heights, and in physically demanding environments
- Has led crews on job sites
- Is mechanically inclined and good with tools
- Takes ownership of their work and shows up consistently




- Communicates clearly and works well in a team
- Can coach and set an example for junior members on the team

What We Offer

- Full-time, year-round work (Monday–Friday, ~50 hours/week)
- Overtime after 44 hours
- Competitive Weekly pay + year-end bonus eligibility
- Health Care Spending Account
- Pension Plan
- Training and development in millwright, mechanical, and leadership skills
- Outdoor, hands-on work with a strong team culture

Why Join Horst Systems We design and build grain handling systems that directly support Ontario’s agricultural industry. Our crews take pride in quality builds that support the food industry in Ontario.

If you like working with your hands, solving real problems, and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day—this role will feel like home.

Bonus if you have:

- Agriculture or farm background
- Welding experience or CWB certification
- Millwright or mechanical training
- Experience with conveyors, augers, or grain systems

Join our Team. Build your Career. Protect the Harvest.

How to Apply:

Upload your resume on Indeed or forward your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further screening will be contacted.

Horst Systems Ltd. is dedicated to maintaining a respectful, fair and equitable work environment, and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. If accommodation is required during the selection or interview process, it will be available upon request. This job posting is available in an accessible format upon request. Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are not used at any stage of the recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- How many years experience do you have leading construction crews?
- Do you have experience in agriculture or farm work?
- Are you able to reliably commute to Winchester Ontario for this job?

Experience:
- Stick welding: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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