Millwright (Industrial Mechanic)

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Millwright (Industrial Mechanic)

Job Title:Millwright (Industrial Mechanic)

Department:Facilities and Maintenance Mechanical Maintenance

Position Type:Permanent Full-Time

Application Deadline: December 4 2025

What we offer:

Flexible work arrangements
Comprehensive Benefits package includes Extended Health Care Dental Benefits Basic Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Employee and Family Assistant Program (EFAP)
Employer-matched Pension Plan at 5%
Generous paid time off including Vacation days Sick Time
Working in a beautiful park setting
Free entrance to the Park including to our many public special events
Employee discounts on food and retail items and free parking

Who We Are:

Heritage Park is Canadas largest living history museum and offers visitors a chance to experience life in Western Canada from the 1860s to the early 1950s. The park features historical buildings costumed interpreters working antiques and various exhibits that provide insight into the regions past.

Job Overview:

Reporting to the Mechanical Maintenance Manager The Millwright is responsible for maintaining repairing and rebuilding Heritage Parks vintage midway and mechanical equipment (including small appliances and large vehicles) to ensure safe and reliable operation across the Park. This role combines advanced technical expertise regulatory compliance and project coordination to support the Parks operational excellence and visitor experience.

Working with minimal supervision the Millwright applies professional-level mechanical judgment to complex systems collaborates with other trades and provides mentorship to apprentices and junior staff. This role involves collaboration with internal teams and external contractors to ensure the smooth operation of all mechanical systems including streetcars tractors and grounds equipment.

Responsibilities:

Mechanical Maintenance

Perform maintenance repair and rebuilding of vintage midway and mechanical systems ensuring safe reliable and authentic operation.
Collaborate with the Master Electrician on streetcar and ride maintenance integrating electrical and mechanical work as needed.
Conduct regular maintenance and repairs on small equipment (e.g. kitchen appliances ovens blenders mixers) and large vehicles (tractors bobcats skid steers and grounds equipment).
Carry out dry dock operations including hydraulic pump servicing metal work and fabrication.
Perform complex diagnostics and repairs on heavy-duty and specialized vehicles working independently or under direction from the Director of Facilities.
Manage and document regulatory inspections and testing for the Midway ensuring compliance with ADERSA and other applicable codes.
Partner with the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor on setup takedown and rebuilding of midway equipment for seasonal operations.
Support the Director of Capital Planning and Special Projects in evaluating procuring and integrating new mechanical systems or equipment for the Master Plan.
Communicate effectively with internal clients contractors and vendors to coordinate maintenance work procurement and scheduling.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and high-priority tasks ensuring timely efficient resolution.
Contribute to project scheduling and resource planning to minimize operational disruption.
Assess availability and sourcing of specialized or obsolete parts coordinating with suppliers or manufacturers to reproduce hard-to-find components.

Technical Leadership and Team Support

Support the skill development of apprentices and junior trades staff through hands-on guidance demonstrations and cross-training.
Observe and provide constructive feedback to ensure safe work practices and adherence to Heritage Parks standards and procedures.
Contribute input on apprentice progress and performance as part of training evaluations.
Foster a team-oriented environment that emphasizes collaboration learning and mutual respect.

Organizational Excellence and Wellbeing

Contribute to inspiring and immersive experiences at the Park by engaging in Heritage Park initiatives that align with our mission and vision ensuring authenticity in our historical setting and stories.
Actively support a positive work environment by creating an atmosphere of inclusion engagement belonging and fulfillment for employees and volunteers in line with Heritage Park values.
Recognize all contributors to our community as integral to our success fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
Demonstrate responsible stewardship of our people collections and financial assets by driving growth with innovation transparency and financial sustainability while embracing our historical assets and recognizing all contributors.
Demonstrate commitment to workplace health and safety by complying with Heritage Parks Health Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS) following safe work practices reporting work-related incidents injuries and hazards participating in employer training and adhering to policies including the Code of Conduct and the Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of secondary school education is required; Completion of a recognized Millwright Apprenticeship Program (equivalent to a four-year post-secondary technical education) is required.
Valid Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certification (Red Seal) is required; Additional certifications in welding hydraulics or related mechanical specialties are considered assets.
Minimum 4 years of post-certification experience performing complex maintenance and repair work on industrial vintage or heavy-duty mechanical systems.
Experience in regulatory compliance including managing inspections and testing processes
Proven experience in mechanical repair including but not limited to heavy-duty machinery hydraulic systems and antique equipment
Strong expertise in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of equipment and vehicles.
A valid Class 5 Drivers License is required
Must be eligible to obtain Confined Space Entry certificate (training is provided); Knowledge of confined and restricted places is required
Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply sound technical judgment in troubleshooting planning and executing mechanical work.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with internal clients third-party contractors and vendors
Ability to assess parts availability and troubleshoot supply issues for hard-to-find or obsolete parts.
All successful candidates (over the age of 18) will be required to go through Police Information Check as a condition of employment.

Special Clothing and Equipment:

Appropriate costuming and safety equipment will be provided by Heritage Park (if applicable)
Maintenance of costumes and safety equipment is an employee responsibility
Heritage Park provides footwear allowance for eligible roles based on the Boot Allowance Policy.

Special Working Conditions:

The position will be exposed to weather extremes and will work both indoors and outdoors; and
This position is physically demanding and the incumbent must have the ability to lift heavy items stand for long periods of time and walk throughout the Park for extended periods
Ability to crawl bend and maneuver through tight or restricted areas to perform tasks such as inspections repairs or maintenance. Must be able to work in cramped environments for extended periods while adhering to safety protocols and utilizing proper equipment.

Hours of Work:

The standard hours for this position are 40 hours per week;

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Millwright (Industrial Mechanic)

Job Title:Millwright (Industrial Mechanic)

Department:Facilities and Maintenance Mechanical Maintenance

Position Type:Permanent Full-Time

Application Deadline: December 4 2025

What we offer:

Flexible work arrangements
Comprehensive Benefits package includes Extended Health Care Dental Benefits Basic Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Employee and Family Assistant Program (EFAP)
Employer-matched Pension Plan at 5%
Generous paid time off including Vacation days Sick Time
Working in a beautiful park setting
Free entrance to the Park including to our many public special events
Employee discounts on food and retail items and free parking

Who We Are:

Job Overview:

Responsibilities:

Mechanical Maintenance

Perform maintenance repair and rebuilding of vintage midway and mechanical systems ensuring safe reliable and authentic operation.
Collaborate with the Master Electrician on streetcar and ride maintenance integrating electrical and mechanical work as needed.
Conduct regular maintenance and repairs on small equipment (e.g. kitchen appliances ovens blenders mixers) and large vehicles (tractors bobcats skid steers and grounds equipment).
Carry out dry dock operations including hydraulic pump servicing metal work and fabrication.
Perform complex diagnostics and repairs on heavy-duty and specialized vehicles working independently or under direction from the Director of Facilities.
Manage and document regulatory inspections and testing for the Midway ensuring compliance with ADERSA and other applicable codes.
Partner with the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor on setup takedown and rebuilding of midway equipment for seasonal operations.
Support the Director of Capital Planning and Special Projects in evaluating procuring and integrating new mechanical systems or equipment for the Master Plan.
Communicate effectively with internal clients contractors and vendors to coordinate maintenance work procurement and scheduling.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and high-priority tasks ensuring timely efficient resolution.
Contribute to project scheduling and resource planning to minimize operational disruption.
Assess availability and sourcing of specialized or obsolete parts coordinating with suppliers or manufacturers to reproduce hard-to-find components.

Technical Leadership and Team Support

Support the skill development of apprentices and junior trades staff through hands-on guidance demonstrations and cross-training.
Observe and provide constructive feedback to ensure safe work practices and adherence to Heritage Parks standards and procedures.
Contribute input on apprentice progress and performance as part of training evaluations.
Foster a team-oriented environment that emphasizes collaboration learning and mutual respect.

Organizational Excellence and Wellbeing

Contribute to inspiring and immersive experiences at the Park by engaging in Heritage Park initiatives that align with our mission and vision ensuring authenticity in our historical setting and stories.
Actively support a positive work environment by creating an atmosphere of inclusion engagement belonging and fulfillment for employees and volunteers in line with Heritage Park values.
Recognize all contributors to our community as integral to our success fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
Demonstrate responsible stewardship of our people collections and financial assets by driving growth with innovation transparency and financial sustainability while embracing our historical assets and recognizing all contributors.
Demonstrate commitment to workplace health and safety by complying with Heritage Parks Health Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS) following safe work practices reporting work-related incidents injuries and hazards participating in employer training and adhering to policies including the Code of Conduct and the Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of secondary school education is required; Completion of a recognized Millwright Apprenticeship Program (equivalent to a four-year post-secondary technical education) is required.
Valid Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certification (Red Seal) is required; Additional certifications in welding hydraulics or related mechanical specialties are considered assets.
Minimum 4 years of post-certification experience performing complex maintenance and repair work on industrial vintage or heavy-duty mechanical systems.
Experience in regulatory compliance including managing inspections and testing processes
Proven experience in mechanical repair including but not limited to heavy-duty machinery hydraulic systems and antique equipment
Strong expertise in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of equipment and vehicles.
A valid Class 5 Drivers License is required
Must be eligible to obtain Confined Space Entry certificate (training is provided); Knowledge of confined and restricted places is required
Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply sound technical judgment in troubleshooting planning and executing mechanical work.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with internal clients third-party contractors and vendors
Ability to assess parts availability and troubleshoot supply issues for hard-to-find or obsolete parts.
All successful candidates (over the age of 18) will be required to go through Police Information Check as a condition of employment.

Special Clothing and Equipment:

Appropriate costuming and safety equipment will be provided by Heritage Park (if applicable)
Maintenance of costumes and safety equipment is an employee responsibility
Heritage Park provides footwear allowance for eligible roles based on the Boot Allowance Policy.

Special Working Conditions:

The position will be exposed to weather extremes and will work both indoors and outdoors; and
This position is physically demanding and the incumbent must have the ability to lift heavy items stand for long periods of time and walk throughout the Park for extended periods
Ability to crawl bend and maneuver through tight or restricted areas to perform tasks such as inspections repairs or maintenance. Must be able to work in cramped environments for extended periods while adhering to safety protocols and utilizing proper equipment.

Hours of Work: