03 Sep
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Vanderwell
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Great Slave Lake
03 Sep
Vanderwell
Great Slave Lake
Who We Are Vanderwell is an Alberta, family-owned company that has been operating in northern Alberta for more than 80 years.
We have a modern sawmill, planer mill, and pellet mill facilities, which produce dimensional lumber, wood pellets, shavings, and chips for wholesale customers.
Were a major employer in the local region, we have more than 150 employees working throughout the operation -- mill production, sales & shipping, woodlands, truck and mobile equipment shops, and administration.
Contract and part-time employees are also employed in mill production, maintenance, transportation, and seasonal activities.
What We Offer Vanderwell offers stable, long-term employment which provides our employees with a positive standard of living.
We offer competitive wages with a full benefits plan, as well as optional RSP plans.
The Opportunity We are currently looking to hire a Journeyperson Millwright for our manufacturing facilities in Mitsue Industrial Park.
Job duties include: Changing saws and knives, lubricating mill floor equipment, and replacing tool tips on de-barkers Calibrating trim saws and checking for lugs out of line, cracked saws, warped or broken belts Receiving equipment status reports from operators, identifying any problems and repairs as required to operate Working Conditions: Exposed to noise, dust,
falling debris, moving machinery, weather extremes, splinters, slipping and tripping hazards Lifting heavy, awkward objects and climbing on equipment is frequently required Required use of PPE appropriate for the task and working conditions Must have: A solid work ethic, be eager to learn, and be a team player A valid Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic certification A minimum of 3-5 years of industrial experience, preferably working in a sawmill Proficient written and verbal communication skills The ability to comfortably work at different heights Available Shift Schedules: 7 days on and 7 days off (rotating dayshift and nightshift); camp rooms are available for non-local candidates Thursday - Sunday, Dayshift Monday - Thursday, 6 - 6, Rotating (two weeks of dayshift, followed by two weeks of nightshift) Pay Rates: Level 1 Millwright -$48.50/hr Level 2 Millwright - $50.50/hr Millwrights are scheduled for 44 hours per week (or 84 hours per week on the 7/7 schedule), with overtime hours available If this position sounds like a fit for you, please apply directly through the portal.
We thank all candidates for their interest; only candidates selected to advance in our recruitment process will be contacted.
📌 Journeyperson Millwright - 7/7 Schedule (Great Slave Lake)
🏢 Vanderwell
📍 Great Slave Lake