Millwright (Industrial Mechanic)

Job Overview

BA Blacktop Ltd. is actively searching for a proficient and safety-conscious Millwright to join their team in Abbotsford, British Columbia. This position is crucial for supporting asphalt plant operations by ensuring machinery is well-maintained, repaired, and operating efficiently to maximize production uptime.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct repairs and aid in the installation or relocation of plant equipment as required.
• Carry out both preventive and corrective maintenance on asphalt plant machinery.
• Troubleshoot and fix issues related to mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems.
• Inspect, service, and replace components like bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, motors, and pumps on rotating equipment.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and metal repair tasks as necessary.
• Maintain critical equipment including drum mixers, asphalt silos, batch towers, baghouses, crushers, and aggregate handling systems.
• Interpret mechanical blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals accurately.
• Handle equipment alignment, installations, and maintenance shutdown operations.
• Adhere strictly to all safety guidelines, environmental laws, and industrial standards.
• Document maintenance activities through work orders, reports, and inspections.
• Collaborate proactively with plant operators and supervisors to reduce downtime and enhance equipment performance.
• Participate effectively in emergency repair responses and planned maintenance shutdowns.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Red Seal Millwright Certification or similar Industrial Mechanic credential, or partial completion of Millwright certification coursework.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance environments.
• Familiarity with conveyors, crushers, screening machinery, pumps, and material handling equipment.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding techniques.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical and mechanical documentation.
• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Strong dedication to maintaining safety in the workplace.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in asphalt, aggregate, construction materials, mining, or other heavy industry settings.
• Welding certification and hands-on fabrication skills.
• Knowledge of predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience operating mobile equipment such as loaders, skid steers, and forklifts.

Compensation

The starting pay rate for this position is $48.09 per hour.