Red Seal Millwright
• Full-time, permanent position – Must have valid Red Seal
• Richmond, BC
• Locally Unionized position
• On-site – Shift is 4 on 4 off Day Shift, night shift with pay incentive also available
• Health/Dental/Vision care, Life Insurance, RRSP Matching Available
We at Raise are hiring for one of our key clients in the logistics industry. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, our client’s team is expanding to meet rising demand. A leading organization and a trusted, essential link in the global logistics supply chain. We deliver a wide range of operational logistics services, including the efficient loading, secure transportation, and reliable storage of our valued clients’ products.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Millwright to support operation of our bulk agricultural and intermodal transload terminal. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a wide variety of material handling equipment, mobile equipment, and terminal infrastructure that support rail, truck, and containerized operations.
The facility specializes in:
- Bulk agricultural transloading from railcars and highway trailers
- Under-rail receiving through three receiving pits
- Trailer tipper and container tipper operations
- Bulk product handling and storage
- Agricultural bagging operations
- Pulp bale transfer between railcars, trailers, and shipping containers
- Container handling using Empty Handlers, Reach Stackers, and Forklifts
- Truck fleet support for container deliveries to port terminals
- Mobile conveyor systems for bag-to-bag transfers
Our client takes pride in their people. When you join their team, you’ll find a workplace that facilitates challenge, achievement, and growth.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain terminal equipment and infrastructure.
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete emergency repairs.
- Install, align, and commission new equipment as required.
- Conduct equipment inspections and identify opportunities for reliability improvements.
- Other duties as assigned
Bulk Material Handling Equipment
Maintain and repair:
- Bucket elevators
- Belt and drag conveyors
- Diverter valves
- Transfer chutes
- Product bins and hoppers
- Rail receiving systems
- Trailer tippers
- Container tippers
- Air compressors
- Pneumatic systems
- Dust collection equipment
Typical duties include:
- Bearing replacement
- Conveyor tracking and adjustments
- Chain and sprocket replacement
- Gearbox repairs and replacement
- Shaft alignment
- Pulley replacement
- Hydraulic repairs
- Welding and fabrication support
Pulp and Bagging Operations
- Support maintenance of pulp bale transfer equipment.
- Maintain bagging machines, scales, sewing systems, and conveyors.
- Troubleshoot production interruptions and mechanical failures.
- Support continuous operation of loading and packaging equipment.
Mobile Equipment Support
Assist with maintenance and inspections of:
- Reach Stackers
- Empty Container Handlers
- Forklifts
- Terminal support equipment
Truck Fleet Support
Assist with maintenance activities on trucks used for container transportation, including:
- PM services
- Mechanical inspections
- Brake and suspension repairs
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems maintenance
Documentation Responsibilities
The successful candidate will maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation, including:
- Work order completion and updates
- Preventive maintenance records
- Equipment inspection reports
- Breakdown and repair reports
- Equipment history documentation
- Parts usage tracking
- Downtime reporting
Experience with Maintenance software (CMMS) systems is considered an asset.
Parts Inventory Responsibilities
The Maintenance Millwright will assist with maintaining an accurate and organized spare parts inventory by:
- Recording parts consumption
- Identifying stock replenishment requirements
- Assisting with cycle counts and inventory audits
- Maintaining parts storage areas
- Identifying critical spare parts requirements
- Supporting inventory accuracy initiatives
Examples of inventory managed include:
- Bearings
- Motors
- Gearboxes
- Conveyor components
- Hydraulic hoses and fittings
- Pneumatic valves
- Chains and sprockets
- Air compressor components
- Sensors and switches
Safety Responsibilities
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Participate in safety meetings and training.
- Report hazards, incidents, and near misses.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Wear required PPE at all times.
Qualifications:
• Must hold valid Red Seal, 433A Certification highly preferred
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
- Experience with conveyors, bucket elevators, and bulk material handling equipment.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Preferred
- Experience in grain handling, agriculture, marine terminal, transload, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
- Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience working around mobile equipment and heavy machinery.
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
What We Can Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Training and development opportunities
- Stable, year-round employment
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of industrial equipment
- Supportive team environment focused on safety and reliability
Looking for Meaningful Work? We can help.
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
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