Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Minimum basic skills and abilities for the position are as follows :

Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Wood Products or related industry as a mechanical millwright, attend West Fraser Qualified Millwright Training, complete competency checklist per level, score at a Level 1 on the Millwright assessment, and have own tools

General mechanical working knowledge :

Repair / replace / maintain, all mobile equipment parts as well as chains, sprockets, bearings, belts, gearbox, motors, etc.

• Metal fabrication
• Welding; arc, acetylene, and others.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment
• Align and calibrate equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Hand Power Tools; drill, sander, grinder, band saw, etc.
• Construction / structural assembly.
• Measurements reading English / Metric; tape, caliper, ruler and other.
• Accountable for working safely
• Must provide quality workmanship.
• Must assign work and confirm completion.
• Direct and ensure quality work from contractors.
• Issuing hot work permits to meet AON guidelines.

General safety knowledge :

Personal protective equipment (PPE).

Housekeeping :

Maintain working area clean, shop, field area, vehicle and other.

Requirements and duties on this position are not all inclusive but do provide a broad description.

Outstanding benefits package including :

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If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser : https : / / www.westfraser.com / careers / current -opportunities

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / V / D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)