Millwright Jobs in British Columbia

A Millwright in the construction industry is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and heavy equipment. They play a critical role in construction projects by ensuring that all machines and equipment function optimally and safely. Their tasks include interpreting blueprints and schematic diagrams, moving machinery and equipment, aligning and adjusting machine parts, and performing preventative and predictive maintenance. They may also be involved in the construction of machinery and equipment, requiring excellent welding and fabrication skills.

It's critical for a Millwright to possess strong mechanical and technical skills, problem-solving ability, physical strength and stamina, and an understanding of safety protocols. They should have completed a Millwright apprenticeship program and, in many regions, be certified or licensed. Prior experience as a Machine Operator, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, or Industrial Mechanic often precedes a career as a Millwright. With years of hands-on experience, a Millwright may progress to a supervisory or managerial role in the construction industry.

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Commercial Truck Mechanic NOC 72410

  • Surrey, BC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 8 hours ago

Name of Employer: PBX Logistics Ltd. Business Address: 19080 32 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3Z 1A7 Job Title: Commercial Truck Mechanic NOC 72410 Number of Vacancies: 4 We are seeking to hire experienced...

Millwright

  • Surrey, BC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 8 hours ago

and proficiency) Journeyman Millwright certification or equivalent experience....

Truck Technician/Mechanics- Foreman

  • Chilliwack, BC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chilliwack, BC
  • 15 hours ago

We are currently hiring a Truck Technician/Mechanic- Foreman/Team Lead for our location in Chilliwack, BC. What we offer: Competitive salary plus bonus program Affordable benefits package that...

Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic III (Helper/Apprentice)

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 5 days ago

STARTING YOUR CAREER AS A TRUCK TECHNICIAN? This is a great entry level position to start your career as a diesel truck mechanic, learn from the best and move ahead. We have industry leading...

Millwright, Processing Facilities

  • Surrey, BC
  • 6 days ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 6 days ago

Requirements Journeyman Millwright. Valid Class 5 Driver's License and a fairly clean Commercial Drivers Abstract. Metal fabrication experience is an asset....

Diagnose Technician/ Licensed Mechanic

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 6 days ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 6 days ago

Automotive Service Technician At Midas, we are dedicated to providing quality services to customer vehicles in the areas of inspection, diagnosis, and repair utilizing the expertise attained...

Qualified Diesel Mechanic

  • Golden, BC
  • 6 days ago
  • Golden, BC
  • 6 days ago

Maintain, inspect, service, test and repair all systems on locomotives Diagnose diesel engine malfunctions and make repairs within regulatory and company guidelines Complete work in accordance with blueprints...

Mechanical Technician

  • Prince George, BC
  • 8 days ago
  • Prince George, BC
  • 8 days ago

Determined. Imaginative. Curious. If these are some of the ways you describe yourself we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are Energy Problem Solvers passionate about transitioning...

Mechanic

  • Kelowna, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 13 days ago

Line of Business: RMC About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

Mechanical Technician (1 Year Contract)

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 13 days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danahers 15+ operating companies,...

Thermal Plant Millwright

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago

Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, operating manuals to assist in the installation, diagnostic and repair of plant or mechanical system equipment....

Maintenance Millwright

  • Surrey, BC
  • 15 days ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 15 days ago

plant Exposure to Millwrights or experience working as a Millwright...

Journeyperson Millwright

  • 100 Mile House, BC
  • 20 days ago
  • 100 Mile House, BC
  • 20 days ago

A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Millwright certification or a Millwrighting Apprentice preparing to enroll in their 4 th Mechanical aptitude; excellent problem-solving skills....

Industrial Millwright

  • Delta, BC
  • 21 days ago
  • Delta, BC
  • 21 days ago

We are seeking a skilled and certified Industrial Millwright to join our established bakery located in Delta, BC....

Millwright Foreperson

  • Port Moody, BC
  • 22 days ago
  • Port Moody, BC
  • 22 days ago

Qualifications Minimum 15 years experience as a Journeyperson Millwright, 5 years experience as Foreperson. Valid Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic/Millwright certificate/ticket....

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Apprenticeship Exam Samples
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Salary for Millwright Jobs in British Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Millwright positions.



Highest Education Level

Millwrights in British Columbia offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.4%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
5.9%
Some College
2.0%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Millwrights in British Columbia
4-6 years
45.8%
2-4 years
20.8%
None
16.7%
1-2 years
8.3%
8-10 years
4.2%
Less than 1 year
4.2%



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