Millwright Journeyman

POSITION BACKGROUND

The Journeyman Millwright is employed within Ketek to service Ketek and Client equipment. The Millwright will carefully take apart, categorize, store or move old equipment, analyze plans for new equipment, map out space, and assemble new equipment. This position is a Shop-based position.

CORE DUTIES

Basic Service

Plan, inspect, service, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, dismantle/assemble parts, rebuild, and make the necessary repairs to all Ketek and Client equipment.

Troubleshoot, plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, low voltage direct current, electronics and pneumatic principles, trade techniques, properties of various materials, operating and application principles of equipment.

Install, align, take apart and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, water pressure systems, fans, tanks, furnaces and generators according to layout plans using hand or power tools.

Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions.

Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Repair or replace defective parts on machinery.

Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation by hand, power tools and welding equipment.

Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery.

Receive general instructions and plans for the work to be performed.

Communicate with other journeyman, engineers, trades and supervisor on methods, procedures and hazards.

Read blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine the work needed.

Other Duties

Mentor Millwright Apprentices.

Perform routine housekeeping duties in the shop and yard cleanup/maintenance.

Cooperate with Training department for scheduling of new/recertification training.

Observe all safety procedures and use proper Personal Protective Equipment.

Ensure all Ketek’s work procedures, policies and Occupational Health and Safety regulations are followed and represent Ketek in a light that is commensurate with the values of Management and the Corporate Mission Statement.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required

Journeyman Millwright certificate with recommended 8 years of experience

• Fluent in the English language (reading, written, spoken)

• Able to demonstrate good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity

• Easily read, evaluate, and respond to product specifications and drawings, and perform normal math calculations.

• Familiar and comfortable with various saws, grinders and other hand tools

• Able to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

• Ability to handle changing schedules and priorities, with high level prioritization skills • Strong work ethic and organizational planning skills with attention to detail

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Effective verbal and listening communication skills

• Strong troubleshooting and maintenance skills

Preferred.

Red Seal Journeyman ticket

• Forklift, manlift and scissor lift experience • Fall Protection experience

• AWP experience

• Overhead Crane experience

This position is defined as Safety Sensitive: Drug, Alcohol, Back, and Audio tests are required prior to commencing employment. A Pulmonary Function test may also be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand/sit, talk/hear, stoop, climb, lift, balance, kneel and use of hands/fingers to operate tools, machinery and materials

• Moderate to heavy lifting (up to 50lbs) may be required
• Use of mechanical aids: overhead crane, forklift, manlift, scissor lift, pallet jack, and dolly may be required.

Regular exposure to loud noises (hearing protection is provided when needed)

• Exposure to sharp edges, pinch points, trip and slip hazards, and blind spots
• May be required to work in high, precarious places that are near moving parts and/or electrical works or in confined spaces.

Work Environment

Shop environment – subject to change.

• May be required to work weekends and outside of regular 8 hrs./day.
• May be required to work outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and heat.

. When working within the shop environment, may be required to complete work tasks outside of the typical scope, such as shop/building maintenance.