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August 19, 2026 MILLWRIGHT APPRENTICE (BAND LEVEL 6) Department of Facilities Management (1-Year Contractual Position) DUTIES The Millwright Apprentice will perform tasks in accordance with standard trade practices, including troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of mechanical equipment and machinery within the main campus, Ocean Sciences Center, Signal Hill Campus, and other University properties. Duties include responding to routine and emergency calls on a variety of mechanical equipment; inspecting and troubleshooting a variety of mechanical equipment; maintaining heating and ventilation systems, including exhaust fans and fume hoods, diesel generators, compressors and pumps, and air conditioning equipment; performing winter lay-up and spring activation of large chilled water systems; conducting daily checks on chlorine and alkalinity levels in the University swimming pool; checking fuel tank levels; maintaining compressed air systems, domestic hot water systems, and propane systems; carrying out minor new installations; and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications Successful candidates must have completed pre-apprenticeship (entry-level) training at a recognized institution towards journeyperson certification in the respective trade. Candidates currently enrolled in pre-apprenticeship training will also be considered. Candidates must be eligible to enter the apprenticeship program under the Department of Education (Industrial Training Section). Possession of a valid driver’s license and driver’s abstract, as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is required. SALARY $20.86 - $28.88 per hour based on year of apprenticeship program In accordance with NAPE 7801 collective agreement CLOSING DATE September 2, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. NST All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact [email protected] directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland. If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities. If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at [email protected]. Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Millwright Apprentice is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment and machinery across university properties. Key tasks include managing heating, ventilation, and water systems, as well as performing routine inspections and emergency repairs.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed or be enrolled in pre-apprenticeship training for a journeyperson certification and be eligible for the Department of Education apprenticeship program. A valid driver's license and driver's abstract from Newfoundland and Labrador are required.

Other relevant skills

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• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Equipment Maintenance
• HVAC Maintenance
• Diesel Generator Maintenance
• Pump Repair
• Compressor Maintenance
• Water System Activation
• Pool Chemistry Monitoring
• Fuel Tank Monitoring
• Propane System Maintenance
• Compressed Air Systems
• Mechanical Installation

Job areas

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering