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Mechanical Team Leader
@ Tolko Brand - External
High Prairie, Alberta
Overview
Tolko is hiring a Mechanical Team Leader for its High Prairie Oriented Strand Board division in High Prairie, Alberta, to schedule and lead maintenance crews and keep the modernized mill's equipment running safely and reliably. The role is full-time with a base salary of $87,000 to $116,000 per year, a northern allowance and bonus eligibility, and a rotational on-call schedule of about one weekend every two months. Tolko has an approved LMIA for this position.
Pay:
$87,000–$116,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Schedule and direct mechanical maintenance resources
- Lead, coach and develop maintenance employees
- Coordinate parts, materials and tools procurement
- Plan preventive and corrective maintenance
- Apply root cause analysis and continuous improvement
Requirements summary:
- Millwright C of Q, Provincial or Red Seal
- Minimum 5 years industrial maintenance experience
- 2 years supervisory experience after certification
- Leading teams of 5 or more in 24/7 manufacturing
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems knowledge
- CMMS experience including JD Edwards
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Mechanical & electrical trades |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Millwright Certificate of Qualification, Red Seal |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Relocation assistance, Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Tolko Brand - External
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Full company description
With state-of-the-art operations across western Canada, Tolko is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of forest products for customers around the world. For over 60 years, our family-owned company has been recognized by customers and business partners for being reliable, flexible, efficient and offering quality products. With the third generation of family leadership, we’re continuing that legacy today in our divisions throughout western Canada and joint ventures in the Southern United States. At Tolko, our values, vision and mission aren’t just what we believe. They’re how we work, live and serve our customers every day. Fundamental to our success is a diverse and committed workforce that thrives on change, building relationships, and a drive toward excellence. When you join Tolko, you’ll develop your skills and be encouraged to pursue diverse opportunities with a company that’s built on integrity, respect, and provides employees with the inclusive environment, support and opportunity to build great lives.
- LinkedIn followers
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- 1,464
- Reported office locations
- 3000 - 28 Street, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 9W9, CA
- 844 Otter Lake Cross Rd, Armstrong, British Columbia V0E 1B6, CA
- 6200 Jeffers Dr, Lavington, British Columbia V1B 3G4, CA
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- 4167 Rottacker Road, Williams Lake, British Columbia V2G 5E4, CA
- Postal Bag 3000, High Prairie, Alberta T0G 1E0, CA
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- Business categories
- Paper Manufacturing
- Forestry
- Manufacturing
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- Other recorded names
- Tolko Industries
- Specialties
- Wood Products
- Forest Products
- Lumber
- Plywood
- OSB
- and LSL
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- Reported total investment
- 194,166,666
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
With state-of-the-art operations across western Canada, Tolko is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of forest products for customers around the world. For over 60 years, our family-owned company has been recognized by customers and business partners for being reliable, flexible, efficient and offering quality products. With the third generation of family leadership, we’re continuing that legacy today in our…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vernon, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1956 |
| Specialties | Wood ProductsForest ProductsLumberPlywoodOSBand LSL |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 46 |
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Mechanical Team Leader
High Prairie, Alberta
Our Mechanical Team Leaders are critical to the success of our company. They keep our maintenance teams engaged, organized and efficient and support our operations teams in keeping our equipment running safely and efficiently. If you're a natural leader with a passion for maintenance excellence and continuous improvement, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Team Leader at High Prairie Oriented Strand Board (OSB) Division, located in High Prairie, Alberta. Our mill has undergone an exciting major rebuild and modernization including the commissioning of a new continuous press which makes us the most modern mill in North America.
Tolko has an approved LMIA for this position. We welcome applications from qualified candidates currently living in Canada. This includes those on employer-specific (closed) work permits.
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:
- A Millwright Certificate of Qualification (C of Q), either Provincial or Interprovincial (Red Seal).
- A minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role following certification.
- Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, mechanical systems, fluid power systems, and maintenance best practices.
- Proven troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
- Excellent organization, planning, and prioritization abilities.
- Strong leadership, team-building, coaching, and communication skills.
- Experience leading maintenance teams of 5 or more employees, including apprentices, in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of OSB manufacturing processes and continuous process operations considered an asset.
- Experience maintaining large industrial equipment in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Knowledge of CMMS systems, including JD Edwards.
- Graduate of, or currently enrolled in, the Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) Program.
- Formal leadership training programs are considered an asset.
- Six Sigma certification is considered an asset.
We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.
In this role you will:
- Schedule, coordinate, and direct mechanical maintenance resources to support safe and reliable operations.
- Lead, coach, train, and develop maintenance employees while promoting a strong safety culture.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Coordinate the procurement and availability of parts, materials, special tools, and equipment required for maintenance activities.
- Apply root cause analysis and continuous improvement practices to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Plan and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
- Collaborate with operations and other departments to optimize equipment performance, resource utilization, and production results.
- Participate in a rotational on-call schedule, approximately one weekend every two months.
So, what’s in it for you?
- You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
- You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $87,000 to $116,000 per year.
- You’ll be eligible for an additional northern allowance on top of your base pay.
- You’ll be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
- You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
- You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connectionsso you can live (and play) where you work.
- You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
- You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.
We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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About High Prairie
Located four hours northeast of Edmonton, the Town of High Prairie is a thriving community with 26,957 hectares of park and protected natural assets. There are endless outdoor activities for both land and lake lovers alike and facilities include an arena, curling rink, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts and baseball diamonds. Watch this videoto learn more about the community and find out why life is better here.
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