Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Apprentice Millwright will assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of oilfield rig machinery and mechanical equipment. They are responsible for performing precision measurements, equipment testing, and routine shop maintenance while adhering to safety standards.
Job details
Job Title: Apprentice, Millwright IV - RIL Company: Rostel Industries Work Arrangements: On-Site At Precision Drilling, our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performance drilling solutions that reduce risks and optimize resources for our customers across global markets. Driven by our Core Values, we empower our people, invest in cutting-edge technology, and foster lasting relationships built on integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence. At Rostel, the Apprentice, Millwright IV, will assist and learn alongside the Journeymen Millwrights in installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting oilfield rig machinery and mechanical equipment. They will work on advanced and complex components and projects to further improve their knowledge and skill set. CULTURE:Precision Drilling fosters a strong safety culture through our Human Organizational Performance (HOP) approach, focusing on learning, communication, and supporting our people. We invest in career growth through continuous training and development, encourage balance with competitive benefits and generous time off, and foster a team-oriented workplace grounded in integrity and trust. When you join Precision, you join a company that puts people first. DAY IN THE LIFE: Assemble, install, align, dismantle, and relocate oilfield and mechanical equipment using precision tools, layout plans, and industry‑standard rigging and lifting techniques Perform precision measurements, bearing fits, gear and shaft alignments, power‑transmission setups, pipe‑strain corrections, and equipment testing with necessary adjustments Maintain, service, and repair pumps, seals, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, compressors, and basic PLC‑controlled equipment Operate machining tools, power tools, and hand tools to fabricate, modify, or repair components while following drawings, measurements, and safety standards Conduct routine maintenance, lubrication, cleaning, and general shop housekeeping to support safe and efficient operations WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU: High school diploma/GED plus completion or progress toward fourth‑period vocational training 4+ years of shop or manufacturing experience, with strong skills in reading blueprints, diagrams, and schematics Proficient with machining equipment, hand/power tools, Oxy‑Fuel and Arc‑Welding equipment, and knowledgeable in weld symbols and basic metallurgy Strong safety mindset with solid understanding of OHS regulations, WHMIS, PPE requirements, and the ability to work independently or under supervisor direction Excellent communication, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and experience in service‑oriented environments Take your career to new heights with Precision Drilling—where innovation, safety, and opportunity drive success—apply now to be part of a leading energy services team.
What you’ll do
The Apprentice Millwright will assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of oilfield rig machinery and mechanical equipment. They are responsible for performing precision measurements, equipment testing, and routine shop maintenance while adhering to safety standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be in progress toward fourth-period vocational training. At least 4 years of shop or manufacturing experience with proficiency in machining, welding, and blueprint reading is required.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
- Generous time off
- Continuous training and development
Listed skills
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Millwrighting
- Blueprint reading
- Machining
- Oxy-fuel welding
- Arc-welding
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic systems
- PLC-controlled equipment
- Precision measurements
- Rigging
- Lifting techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Metallurgy
- Mechanical assembly
- Hand Tools
- Power Tool Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Precision Tools
- Strong Work Ethic
- Lubrication
- Welding Symbols
- Housekeeping
- Communication
- Drilling
- Global Marketing
- Hydraulics
- Innovation
- Machinery
- Operations
- Organizational Performance
- Planned Maintenance
- Safety Standards
- Safety Culture
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
- Team Oriented
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
- Millwright
- Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
- Millwrights
More jobs from Precision Drilling
Business Analyst, Asset Integrity
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Oct 16, 2026
Equipment Service Technician
- On-site
- AB
- Posted Oct 15, 2026
SAP HCM Functional Analyst
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Oct 10, 2026
Machinist, General Labourer
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Oct 10, 2026
