Posted 3 days ago
Millwright (Field Service)
@ Wajax
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
Wajax is hiring a full-time Millwright for field service, working on electric motors and generator components and rotating assemblies at customer sites or in the shop. The work covers testing, diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding and aligning equipment, with field service calls that can last up to 2 weeks on site. The posting asks for a post-secondary diploma in mechanics, millwright or EMST, or equivalent experience, and lists a company-matched pension and health and dental benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Dismantle, inspect and repair electric motor and generator components
- Build, service and troubleshoot rotating assemblies
- Test rebuilt components to acceptable results
- Perform installation and alignment
- Respond to field service calls, up to 2 weeks on site
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary diploma in Mechanics, Millwright, EMST or equivalent experience
- Machining knowledge (lathe, milling machine)
- Strong working knowledge of heavy-duty tools
- Basic electrical knowledge and fabrication an asset
- Ability to work safely alone or in a team
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-03
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites, Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Mechanics, Millwright, EMST |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training |
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Wajax
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Full company description
Founded in 1858, Wajax (TSX: WJX) is one of Canada’s longest-standing and most diversified industrial products and services providers. The Corporation operates an integrated distribution system providing sales, parts and services to a broad range of customers in diverse sectors of the Canadian economy, including: construction, forestry, mining, industrial and commercial, oil sands, transportation, metal processing, government and utilities, and oil and gas. \\ Together We Get More Done.™ -- Fondée en 1858, Wajax (WJX à la Bourse de Toronto) est l’un des fournisseurs de produits et de services industriels les plus anciens et les plus diversifiés au Canada. La Corporation tire parti d’un système de distribution intégré pour vendre et fournir des pièces et des services à de nombreux clients de différents secteurs de l’économie canadienne : construction, foresterie, exploitation minière, industrie, commerce, sables bitumineux, transport, traitement des métaux, gouvernements et services publics ainsi que pétrole et gaz. \\ Ensemble, nous en faisons plus.
- LinkedIn followers
- 45,936
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,912
- Reported office locations
- 10 Diesel Dr, Etobicoke, Ontario M8W 2T8, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Oil and Gas
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Wajax
- Specialties
- Mining
- Oil Sands
- Oil & Gas
- Construction
- Forestry
- Marine
- Power Generation
- Industrial Parts & Service
- Material Handling
- Cranes & Utilities
- Agriculture
- Food & Beverage
- On & Off Highway Power
- Warehouse Racking & Solutions
- and Engineering Repair Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Founded in 1858, Wajax (TSX: WJX) is one of Canada’s longest-standing and most diversified industrial products and services providers. The Corporation operates an integrated distribution system providing sales, parts and services to a broad range of customers in diverse sectors of the Canadian economy, including: construction, forestry, mining, industrial and commercial, oil sands, transportation, metal processing…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Etobicoke, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | MiningOil SandsOil & GasConstructionForestryMarinePower GenerationIndustrial Parts & Service Material HandlingCranes & Utilities |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 187 |
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The Opportunity
Responsible for providing quality workmanship, consistent service, and technical knowledge to the customers. Performs all tasks related to the testing, diagnosing, repair, maintenance, and reconditioning of electric motors and generator components and rotating assemblies on a customer site or in a shop environment
The Role
- Complete dismantle and inspection of components, as well as complete a comprehensive service report with accurate measurements related to these components.
- Build, repair, service, and troubleshoot various electric motor and generator components and rotating assemblies.
- Tests rebuilt components or systems to acceptable results.
- Always maintain cleanliness of shop and work area to ensure the maintenance of a safe work environment, performing various cleaning and maintenance duties as required.
- Performing installation and alignment;
- Responding to field service calls as they arrive. Potential for up to 2 weeks on site at times.
- Participate in monthly safety meetings.
- Additional responsibilities, as requested.
The Candidate
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Mechanics, Millwright, EMST or equivalent experience.
- Machining knowledge required (e.g., lathe, milling machine).
- Fabrication experience and basic electrical knowledge considered an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of heavy-duty tools and equipment.
- Must be mechanically inclined with a good learning capacity.
- Capable of safe work practices while alone or in a team on customer site.
- The ability to effectively communicate technical issues.
- Service and team orientation.
The Company
Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.
Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”
Highlights include:
- Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
- Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
- Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
- Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
- Company matched pension plan
- Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program
By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.
As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.
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