Machine Operate Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Journeyman Millwright

Job Description

This role is ideal for a mechanically inclined Journeyman Millwright or experienced non-ticketed millwright who will perform preventative maintenance and repairs in a manufacturing plant. You will work in a heavy industrial environment, focusing on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, troubleshooting machinery, and supporting production by keeping equipment running safely and efficiently. Candidates must be capable of working independently within a small maintenance team and comfortable in a hands-on, manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on concrete pipe plant machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliable operation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on a variety of industrial machines and systems.
• Work with hydraulic motors, PLC-controlled valves, cylinders, gear boxes, and related components in a heavy industrial environment.
• Set up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on CNC lathes and other machine shop equipment as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to guide repairs, installations, and adjustments.
• Conduct troubleshooting on production equipment to quickly identify root causes of failures and implement effective solutions.
• Carry out welding tasks, including stack welding, to repair or fabricate parts and supports for plant machinery.
• Collaborate with a small maintenance team to plan, prioritize, and complete maintenance work, including urgent repairs.
• Work independently when needed, making sound decisions to maintain safe and efficient plant operations.
• Support construction, installation, and modification of equipment and systems within the manufacturing facility.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all safety procedures and plant policies while working in a unionized, heavy industrial environment.
• Adapt to changing workload and respond to unexpected maintenance needs, including occasional extended shifts and weekend work.

Essential Skills

• Journeyman Millwright certification or status as a 3rd or 4th year Millwright apprentice, or equivalent non-ticketed experience sufficient to work independently.
• Proven experience working in a heavy industrial, production, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial machinery.
• Solid experience with hydraulic systems, including hydraulic motors, valves, cylinders, and gear boxes.
• Experience working with pneumatic systems in an industrial setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic issues efficiently and safely.
• Experience operating and setting up CNC lathes, including running the machine and performing basic adjustments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience in welding and maintenance tasks on plant equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently within a small maintenance team.
• Comfort working in a construction or manufacturing industry environment with heavy equipment and moving machinery.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, full-time opportunity with consistent day-shift hours in an established manufacturing facility. The role offers intown work with no long-distance travel, and the support of a unionized environment that provides structured pay progression and clear trade recognition. You will work as part of a close-knit maintenance team where your skills are valued, and you will have the opportunity to handle a wide variety of equipment and tasks, building your technical expertise in hydraulics, CNC machinery, and heavy industrial systems. The workplace emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, creating a professional environment where you can grow your career as a skilled tradesperson.

Work Environment

This position is based in a plant located in Calgary. You will work primarily on a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional requirements to work until 4:30 p.m. and some weekends based on workload and unexpected maintenance needs. While advance notice is usually provided, urgent plant issues may require flexibility and extended hours. The work setting is a heavy industrial manufacturing environment with large machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, CNC lathes, and other equipment typical of a concrete production plant. You will spend most of your time on the shop floor and around production equipment, following safety protocols and using appropriate personal protective equipment suitable for an industrial plant

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CALGARY, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $44.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CALGARY,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.