MachinistEmployment Type: Full Time - UnionBusiness Unit: United Engineering Ltd.Location: Victoria, British ColumbiaReporting to: Operations ManagerUnited Engineering Ltd. (a Ralmax Group Company) has an immediate opening for a full-time Machinist at our machine shop in Victoria, British Columbia. UEL's Machine shop is equipped with some of the largest equipment on Vancouver Island. Our scope of work includes new builds, field mechanical and machining and equipment rebuilds. Machinists at UEL are responsible for operation of manual and CNC equipment as required to achieve precise dimensions on finished parts in accordance with supplied drawings, technical documentation and verbal instructions. In addition, Machinists are responsible for troubleshooting, teardown, repair and assembly of industrial equipment in accordance with customer requirements. They will have the ability to operate a variety of manual heavy machining equipment, hand tools, cranes and mobile equipment in order to perform assigned tasks.What we offer:Competitive base payComprehensive benefits packagePensionHealth and wellness programsExciting work environment and challenging projectsResponsibilities:Perform mechanical disassembly/assembly as required to repair equipment.Set-up and operate lathes, milling machines, boring mills, line boring equipment.Follow procedures to achieve accurate dimensions in accordance with specifications.Read and interpret drawings, technical documentation, verbal instructions and determine machining processes and sequence of operations to be performed in order to achieve customer requirements.Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, verniers, dial indicators.Calculate cutting speeds, hole layouts, dimensions, tolerances and determine tooling requirements required to machine various grades of material.Complete any required documentationClean and maintain equipmentQualifications:Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)



preferred.Red Seal Journeyman Machinist trade certificate an asset.Experience operating manual machines in a job shop environment as asset.Experienced in jobber shop repair environment as asset.Knowledge and SkillsAbility to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals and drawing, written procedures, and verbal instructionsAbility to manage complex machining tasks with a high level of productivity and accuracyAbility to follow all Company policies and procedures, including safetyDisplay a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all timesWillingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and/or supervisors with other duties as requiredRequirementsMust possess a selection of basic hand tools i.E. basic mechanical tools, measurements tools 6" dia. and underMust possess a current and valid driver's licenseMust be willing to work overtime as requiredMust be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 50 lbs, kneel, climb ladders, and walk on varied terrainMust be eligible to work in CanadaWork Conditions:Manual machining and custom repair work environmentOccasionally required to go on board marine vessels and to customer sitesSafety equipment will be required, e.G. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.Safety equipment such as coveralls, hi-vis vest, hardhat, glasses and gloves are providedMeasurement tools greater than 6" and up are providedRegularly perform repetitive tasksPossess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accuratelySpecific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusWill be required to occasionally work outdoors in the elementsApplication ProcessWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and cultures to join our team (including self-identifying Indigenous, status, non-status, Metis, and Inuit and non-Indigenous cultures).Submission Deadline: Open until filledOnly those selected for interviews will be contacted.We are looking forward to connecting with you!

📌 Machinist (Victoria)
🏢 Ralmax Group of Companies
📍 Victoria