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Millwright

@ School District #23 (Central Okanagan)

Kelowna, British Columbia

Full-time
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Overview

School District #23 (Central Okanagan) is hiring a full-time Millwright to repair and fabricate parts and equipment, perform general maintenance and labour, and direct helpers. The role requires a Machinist or Millwright trades qualification, a Class 5 B.C. driver's licence and working knowledge of BC construction and maintenance safety rules.

Responsibilities:

  • Repair and fabricate parts and equipment
  • Estimate materials and purchase supplies
  • Perform general maintenance and labour duties
  • Direct helpers and schedule work
  • Communicate with students and staff

Requirements summary:

  • Grade 12 completed
  • Interprovincial or B.C. Trades Qualification as Machinist or Millwright
  • Understanding of mechanical theory and construction
  • Current BC construction and maintenance safety training
  • Valid Class 5 B.C. driver's licence

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Employer posting date
2026-10-24
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory, School
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsInterprovincial or B.C. Trades Qualification, Class 5 B.C. Drivers License, WHMIS, First Aid Level 2
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)

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School District #23 (Central Okanagan)

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Public School District in the Central Okanagan region of British Columbia

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1,615
People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 1040 Hollywood Rd S, Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 4N2, CA
Other recorded names
  • School District 23: Central Okanagan
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Public School District in the Central Okanagan region of British Columbia

FieldValue
IndustryEducation Administration Programs
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersKelowna, British Columbia
Organization typeEducational
Open jobs on Jobsy34
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Job description

Position: Millwright

Reports to: Operations Maintenance Manager or designate

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Operations Maintenance Manager or designate, this position will repair and fabricate parts and equipment and perform general labour and maintenance duties.

Duties & Responsibilities

Repair & Fabricate

  • repair and fabricate parts and equipment;
  • estimate material requirements;
  • purchase supplies and materials;
  • receive and verify the delivery of goods;
  • ensure WHMIS regulations are followed;
  • direct helpers, assign, schedule and check work, explain work procedures and establish work priorities;
  • maintain records.
Maintenance
  • perform general maintenance duties, utilizing a variety of trade skills;
  • perform general labour duties.
Communication
  • communicate with students, staff and others.
Qualifications

Applicants must have:

  • completed Grade 12;
  • Interprovincial or B.C. Trades Qualification as a Machinist or Millwright
  • an understanding of mechanical theory and construction pertaining to stationary shop and light industrial equipment
  • demonstrated training and work experience in current BC construction/maintenance safety requirements and WCB Regulation relating to the trade and industry
  • valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers License
  • completed required Health & Safety training
Applicants must be:
  • able to work with minimum supervision
  • able to work alone and within a team environment
  • a self starter
Applicants will be expected to:
  • possess the physical condition and health to carry out the required duties of this position
  • maintain good interpersonal skills
  • have good verbal and written communication skills
The following would be considered an asset:
  • two (2) years experience at a journeyman level
  • First Aid Level 2 Certificate
  • experience in the electrical trade with hand tools and control circuitry using various types of equipment
  • computer skills/literacy
  • welding experience


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