Posted 9 days ago
Certified Millwright
@ West Fraser
Chetwynd, British Columbia
Overview
West Fraser is hiring a full-time Certified Millwright at its Chetwynd Forest Industries location in British Columbia. The role covers preventative maintenance and repair of sawmill conveyors, drives, saws, compressors and hydraulics, with rotating workdays, nights and weekends. The posting states an hourly pay starting at $52.04, a benefits package and relocation support.
Pay:
From $52.04 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Entretien préventif et réparation des convoyeurs et systèmes d'entraînement
- Réparation des systèmes hydrauliques, pompes, valves et vérins
- Utilisation d'appareils de levage pour positionner la machinerie
- Travail en nacelle élévatrice avec équipement antichute
- Application des procédures SOP, cadenassage et PTHA
Requirements summary:
- Certificat de millwright journalier interprovincial ou provincial valide
- Aptitude mécanique et excellentes habiletés de résolution de problèmes
- Expérience en scierie un atout
- Capacité à travailler avec d'autres métiers
- Bonnes compétences en communication et relations interpersonnelles
- Horaire flexible incluant quarts de nuit et fins de semaine
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyperson Millwright certification, Inter-Provincial Millwright certification, Provincial Millwright certification |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance |
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West Fraser
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We are a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe.
Full company description
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
- LinkedIn followers
- 55,708
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,494
- Reported office locations
- 1250 Brownmiller Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6P5, CA
- 57 Germantown Ct., Suite 300, 300, Germantown, TN 38138, US
- 885 W Georgia St, Suite 1500, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3E8, CA
- Business categories
- Renewable Energy
- Paper Manufacturing
- Wholesale
- Wood Processing
- Forestry
- Product Design
- Furniture
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- West Fraser
- Specialties
- Lumber
- Plywood
- LVL
- MDF
- OSB
- and particleboard
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 4,768,758
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Quesnel, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | LumberPlywoodLVLMDFOSBand particleboard |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 78 |
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West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Chetwynd Forest Industries is recruiting for a Certified Millwright.
You'll Do:
- Work in a safe manner using established SOPs, following all lockouts and protocols, and completing PTHAs.
- Preventative maintenance and repair of conveyors, various belt and chain transfer and drive systems, sawing, debarking, sorting, stacking, and compressors.
- Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up and repair of equipment and machinery.
- Work in man-lifts with the use of fall protection equipment.
- Repair and maintenance of hydraulic systems, pumps, valves and cylinders.
- Work positively in a team environment.
You have:
- Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace.
- Sawmill experience is an asset.
- A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright certification or a Millwrighting Apprentice preparing to enroll in their 4th
- Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work closely with other trades and employees.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible schedule for workdays, nights, and weekend shifts.
Compensation Package:
- The hourly pay for this position starts at $52.04
- Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays.
- Are you open to relocating? We offer comprehensive relocation support!
Your Workplace Location:
The District of Chetwynd is located in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains. It is British Columbia’s entrance to the mighty Peace River Country. It is located at the junction of Highways 97 and 29 and the CN Rail mainline. Chetwynd is the natural transportation hub of the Peace River area. Chetwynd has a population of about 3,100 with a trading area of about 7,000 people. When not hard at work, the people of Chetwynd enjoy an excellent recreation complex with a wave pool, team-sized hot tub, sauna, six-sheet curling rink, ice arena, and library. The four seasons combined with virgin forests, rolling hills, snow-capped mountains, undulating fields, crystal-clear lakes and rivers make Chetwynd a playground for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Good schools, playgrounds, and fields make Chetwynd a terrific place to live and raise your family.
About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.
From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.
Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.
Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.
Sustainability Report | West Fraser
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