Industrial Millwright - WTP (Full-Time)

Power the systems that protect our community. At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Our skilled trades professionals keep essential services operating safely and reliably and we make sure your work is respected, supported, and rewarded. Guided by our values of Accountability, Continuous Improvement, and Teamwork, we are committed to building a workplace where your skills matter and your contributions are recognized. Here, your well-being comes first. We invest in your future with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, pension security, and training opportunities to keep your skills sharp. With a culture where safety is non-negotiable and recognition is built into our everyday practices, you’ll take pride in knowing your expertise powers the services residents count on. And in Thunder Bay, you’ll enjoy a career with stability and balance - in a city that offers both community connection and access to the outdoors. Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day As an Industrial Millwright – Water Treatment Plant (WTP), you’ll play a key role in keeping Thunder Bay’s water treatment facilities running safely and efficiently. Our team is committed to performing maintenance work associated with the equipment, buildings and grounds for water treatment plants, reservoirs and pumping stations in the City of Thunder Bay. We provide innovative and cost-effective ways to sustain and manage our treatment process. Here you’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive team environment, where you’ll be part of a team that combines technical expertise with pride in service. Whether you are early in your career, highly experienced or just want to return to your beloved Thunder Bay, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence make a real impact on the community. How You’ll Keep Systems Running Safely As an Industrial Millwright at the City of Thunder Bay Water Treatment Plant (WTP), you will: Perform maintenance as assigned, or as outlined by the Preventative Maintenance System. Operate valves, pumps, generators, controls and other equipment as necessary. Maintain and input information into the Preventative Maintenance System by entering work performed, parts used, and time required to perform work on work orders. Monitor assigned equipment, identify and report equipment wear, abnormalities, breakdowns, and repairs required. Repair or replace equipment or parts that break down or show wear or malfunction. Recommend improvements for plant equipment and participate in installations. Perform general building and grounds repairs as required. Obtain necessary parts, supplies, and tools, from inventory, and is accountable for their return, or assignment to Work Orders. Recommend spare parts for inventory. Perform minor standardization and calibration on instruments. Repair and maintain chlorinators and analyzers. Perform maintenance on flow and pressure transmitters. Industrial Millright - WTP Job Description What You Can Count On With Us We’re proud to offer a workplace where your trade is respected, your safety comes first, and your future is secure. As an Industrial Millwright with the City of Thunder Bay, you’ll enjoy: Competitive pay that recognizes your skills and contributions A matching pension plan to help you build lasting financial security Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need extra time off Volunteer Time Off (VTO), providing paid time to support recognized non-profit organizations, charitable events, and community-focused initiatives that make a positive impact in our community Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and a wellness program to support your well-being Ongoing training and development opportunities to keep your skills sharp and advance your career A culture of safety and recognition, with programs and appreciation events that celebrate the work of our skilled trades teams The pride of keeping essential city services running safely and sustainably, knowing your work makes a visible difference to the community What You Bring to the Team Here’s what will help you succeed as an Industrial Millwright at the Water Treatment Plant: Grade 12 or equivalent as per the Ministry of the Environment certification guidelines Journeyman Certification as a millwright Must have proven practical experience in operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of industrial pumps, piping, valves, compressors and other industrial machinery. Must be able to read and interpret engineering, construction and mechanical drawings Build Your Future With Us - Apply Today Ready to take the next step in your trades career? Join the City of Thunder Bay, where your skills keep essential services running, your safety comes first, and your contributions are valued every day. Apply today and take pride in powering the systems that protect your community. General Information: As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include: Photos Any certificates that have photo identification Driver’s licences Police records checks Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application. ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process. PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866 The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all. The City of Thunder Bay is a place where art, culture and nature come together! 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The Industrial Millwright performs repair and maintenance on water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, valves, and generators. They are responsible for executing preventative maintenance, monitoring equipment for abnormalities, and ensuring operational efficiency of the facility.

Candidates must hold a Journeyman Certification as a millwright and possess a Grade 12 education or equivalent. Proven practical experience in industrial machinery maintenance and the ability to obtain specific drinking water operator certifications are mandatory.

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• Industrial maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Pump repair
• Piping
• Valve operation
• Compressor maintenance
• Preventative maintenance
• Mechanical drawing interpretation
• Calibration
• Confined space entry
• Water treatment
• Equipment monitoring
• Industrial machinery repair
• Safety compliance
• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Tactfulness
• Pump Stations
• Operation Maintenance
• Mechanical Drawings
• Valid Driver's License
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Machinery
• Valves (Piping)
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Water Distribution
• Water Treatment
• Teamwork

• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Industrial Millwright
• Millwright
• Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
• Millwrights

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 7, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week