Roles & Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Dismantle machines using tools necessary.
• Update inventory count as items is used for tasks and repairs.
• Assist in machinery installation when needed.
• Adhere to assembly and installation instructions set forth in vendor manuals.
• Fabricate new machine parts if original parts are missing or damaged.
• Identify and correct problems found in machines, equipment, or processes to facilitate production.
• Repair machinery components as needed.
• Diagnostics and repairs on motors, pumps, valves, controls, PLC’s, and metal fabrication equipment.
• Work on a wide range of projects.
• Assist in training, directing, and supervision of junior employees and apprentices, inspecting and certifying their work.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code.
• Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Licensed Journeyman Millwright.
• Experience in moving, assembling, disassembling, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of machinery and equipment, especially metal forming equipment.
• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery and equipment.

• Able to fabricate new parts to replace defective parts during machine setup, maintenance, or overhaul.
• Thorough knowledge of load bearing capabilities of the equipment to be installed, assembled, or dismembered.
• Demonstrated aptitude in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with quality standards.
• Accurate and highly analytical.
• Electrical experience is an asset.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring apprentices.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Working Conditions

• Travel required.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Commercial/Industrial environment.
• Manual dexterity required to use necessary tools.
• Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards.
• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
• Long periods of standing.
• Overtime may be required.