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Millwright Journeyperson

The Millwright Journeyperson is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing stationary machinery and mechanical equipment. This includes reading blueprints, operating hoisting equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

  • On-site
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Posted Aug 14, 2026
  • Apply by Feb 10, 2027
  • 1 position

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Job summary

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more! NAC is currently seeking a Journeyperson Millwright to join our Water Pollution Control Plant project in Kemptville, ON. Position Summary: Under the direction of the Mechanical Superintendent you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing stationary machinery and mechanical equipment. This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry. Specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control and safety associated with this industry. You must be proficient at the following tasks: reading blueprints and rigging and hoisting. Job Description: Installing and maintaining industrial machinery Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment Observe and comply with all health and safety regulations and ensures any apprentices under your direction comply Operate and maintain tools and equipment Ability to read mechanical blueprints and shop drawings Operate builders level/laser level experience installing/plumb/level of drive mechanisms, pumps, mixers and various other process equipment Strong communication skills with the ability to give clear direction to other workers Handle and transport job materials to the work area as needed Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitations Requirements Must be a ticketed Journeyperson Millwright 3-5 years of experience working in the heavy construction environment Possess personal basic hand tools Must have hoisting and rigging experience Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner Time management skills Receptive to adapt to changing circumstances Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current Valid WHMIS, Aerial Work Platform and Fall Arrest certificates are required NAC Offers: Competitive compensation Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.) Employee & Family Assistance Program Excellent company matched pension plan Registered Retirement Savings Plans Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day Community involvement opportunities Friendly working environment Numerous team activities and various company events NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information

What you’ll do

The Millwright Journeyperson is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing stationary machinery and mechanical equipment. This includes reading blueprints, operating hoisting equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must be a ticketed Journeyperson Millwright with 3-5 years of heavy construction experience and possess their own basic hand tools. Required certifications include WHMIS, Aerial Work Platform, and Fall Arrest.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Career growth and development • Financial assistance • Comprehensive benefit plan • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Health insurance • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Company matched pension plan • Registered Retirement Savings Plans • Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day • Community involvement opportunities

Listed skills

  • Time managementPreferred
  • Occupational safetyPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Industrial Machinery Installation
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Rigging and Hoisting
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Shop Drawings
  • Laser Level Operation
  • Pump Installation
  • Mixer Installation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Time Management
  • Communication Skills

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Environmental & Sustainability

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Feb 10, 2027
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Not Applicable