DUAL TICKET MILLWRIGHT/ELECTRICAL

Key Responsibilities: in-depth knowledge of CNC and PLC controls, hydraulics, belt systems, pumps, motors, electrical systems and other industrial machinery. Electrical ticket not required but preferred.

Location: Bracebridge, ON

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Schedule: Monday to Thursday

Salary: From $90,000 - 110,000 annually commensurate with candidates experience and qualifications including electrical ticket.

Benefits: Includes Extended Health, Dental, AD&D;, Life Insurance, RRSP

The Opportunity

MTM is seeking a hands-on, proactive dual ticket Millwright/Electrical to support the secure, reliable and efficient operation of our high-end wood manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a self-starter who takes lead and has initiative, sees opportunities before being asked, and has the drive to improve equipment, processes and maintenance systems. The successful candidate will help take the MTM maintenance department to the next level by balancing responsive repairs with strong preventive maintenance, root-cause problem solving and practical continuous improvement. This is an opportunity for the successful incumbent to help build what the future of maintenance at MTM will look like and will be a key member of the MTM team.

Key Responsibilities

- Safely install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair production equipment used in wood processing and finishing, including moulders, sanders, saws, conveyors, pumps, motors, compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, dust-collection equipment and related machinery.
- Support CNC- and PLC-controlled equipment by diagnosing mechanical/electrical faults and working through control-related issues within the candidate's training and authorization.
- Develop and perform planned preventive and predictive maintenance systems and process to reduce unplanned downtime, extend asset life and improve equipment reliability.
- Respond to breakdowns with urgency, complete effective repairs and identify the underlying cause to prevent repeat failures.
- Take ownership of improvement opportunities involving machine reliability, safety, changeover time, material flow, quality, housekeeping and ease of operation.
- Partner with production leaders and operators to improve equipment performance, standard work and overall process capability across MTM departments.
- Inspect equipment and identify emerging risks before they become safety,



quality or production issues; recommend and implement practical corrective actions.
- Read and interpret technical manuals, mechanical drawings, schematics and equipment documentation to diagnose and resolve issues.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, parts usage, inspection findings and follow-up actions; support the development of a more disciplined maintenance planning and work-order system.
- Support safe work practices, lockout/tagout requirements, machine guarding, contractor activities, 5S and good housekeeping in all maintenance and production areas.
- Participate in training and stay current with relevant maintenance practices, technologies and industry developments.

Skills and Qualifications

- Journeyperson Millwright/Electrical dual ticket certification, or an equivalent combination of recognized training and strong industrial maintenance experience.
- Minimum five years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience; experience in wood products, sawmill, moulding, finishing or similar manufacturing is an asset, but not a must.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills across bearings, drives, belts, chains, gearboxes, pumps, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics and conveying systems.
- Working knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and a demonstrated ability to improve equipment reliability.
- Strong electrical skills and electrical troubleshooting capability, including safe use of test equipment and the ability to trace common motor, sensor, switch and control-circuit faults within applicable qualifications and regulations.
- Familiarity with CNC and PLC-controlled machinery, including the ability to use alarms, inputs/outputs and equipment documentation to support troubleshooting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with a practical, hands-on approach to root-cause analysis and permanent corrective action.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently while supporting operators, supervisors and other departments.
- Strong commitment to health and safety, quality workmanship,



housekeeping and reliable follow-through.

What Success Looks Like at MTM

OWNERSHIP

- Acts without waiting to be directed, closes the loop and follows through on commitments.

IMPROVEMENT

- Reduces repeat failures and brings forward practical ideas that improve safety, reliability, quality and throughput.

TEAMWORK

- Builds trust with operators and leaders, shares knowledge and helps strengthen maintenance capability across MTM.

COMPANY PROFILE

Muskoka Timber Mills (MTM), based in Bracebridge, has a 30 year history servicing the Ontario custom wood products market. Our products include an exterior branded siding line called Timberthane, custom wood cladding for ceilings and floors as well as most other finished wood products used in the building industry. We work with the top architects in North America and through this we have curated a portfolio of industry leading wood products that get sold in high end and custom building applications in Muskoka and across Ontario.

The Company was recently purchased by a group of energetic entrepreneurs that also own a number of other building products companies in Ontario. Under the new ownership group, MTM has spent the last year investing in foundational elements such as a new ERP and job costing platform as well as laying the seeds for substantial sales growth (new website launching end of October, a cutting edge Bracebridge showroom, new showroom / sales office in Parry Sound). This is an exciting time at MTM and we look forward to adding operational talent to help take the business to the next level. MTM has a fantastic and dedicated workforce. Although MTM operates with 65 people it still feels like a family business with a culture of inclusiveness. In fact, there are company wide lunches provided for all staff on Thursdays!

MTM is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada and able to perform the essential duties of the position with appropriate accommodation where required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Education:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

- Industrial maintenance: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Journeyperson Millwright/Electrical dual ticket (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 DUAL TICKET MILLWRIGHT/ELECTRICAL (Bracebridge)
🏢 Muskoka Timber Mills
📍 Bracebridge