machinist
The role involves setting up and operating conventional and computer-controlled machine tools to manufacture building construction materials. Responsibilities include reading engineering drawings, assembling components to close tolerances, and verifying part dimensions using precision instruments.
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Aug 7, 2026
- Apply by Sep 6, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Willing to relocate Building construction materials Responsibilities Tasks Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables Repair machine tools and parts Set up and adjust production machineries/tools Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance Maintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instruments Document and report deviations from specifications and tolerances Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers) Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools Verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience Milling machines Shapers Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Attention to detail Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Hard hat Personal suitability Accurate Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Team player Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Support for youths Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers Supports for visible minorities Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
What you’ll do
The role involves setting up and operating conventional and computer-controlled machine tools to manufacture building construction materials. Responsibilities include reading engineering drawings, assembling components to close tolerances, and verifying part dimensions using precision instruments.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and 3 to 5 years of experience with milling machines and shapers. The role requires the ability to handle up to 23 kg and provide own safety equipment like steel-toed boots and a hard hat.
Other relevant skills
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- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Machine Tool Repair
- Production Machinery Setup
- Component Assembly
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Calibration
- Conventional Machine Tools
- CNC Operation
- Milling Machines
- Shapers
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Inspection Reporting
- Blueprint Reading
- Tolerance Verification
- Technical Documentation
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Engineering
- Construction
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 6, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
