Millwright/Welder/IronWorker

Industry: Mining, Mineral Processing, and Industrial Maintenance
Department: Field Services
Reports To: Field Services Supervisor / Project Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time / Project-Based / Rotational, as required

Position Summary

The Field Services Millwright / Ironworker / Welder is responsible for performing mechanical maintenance, equipment installation, structural steel fabrication, welding, repairs, and shutdown services at mining operations, mineral processing facilities, and industrial sites.

This position requires a versatile, safety-focused tradesperson with experience in millwright work, ironworking, welding, and industrial maintenance. The successful candidate will support planned maintenance, emergency repairs, equipment installations, plant shutdowns, and field service projects while maintaining high standards of workmanship, productivity, and safety.

Key Responsibilities Millwright & Mechanical Maintenance

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Perform equipment alignment, leveling, rigging, and mechanical installations.
• Maintain and repair conveyors, crushers, screens, feeders, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, and other mining equipment.
• Replace worn or damaged mechanical components and identify potential equipment failures.
• Assist with equipment commissioning, preventive maintenance, and shutdown activities.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical specifications.

Ironwork & Structural Steel

• Install, modify, repair, and dismantle structural steel components, platforms, handrails, stairs, supports, and equipment frames.
• Perform structural steel fitting, layout, measuring, cutting, and assembly.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and site installation plans.
• Assist with equipment supports, conveyor structures, access systems, and plant modifications.
• Safely perform rigging, material handling, and positioning of steel components.

Welding & Fabrication

• Perform welding and fabrication repairs using applicable processes, including SMAW/stick, FCAW, GMAW/MIG, and GTAW/TIG, as qualified.
• Fabricate, repair, and reinforce steel structures, equipment components, chutes, hoppers, guards, and conveyor systems.
• Perform cutting, grinding, gouging, fitting, and preparation of materials.
• Follow approved welding procedures, drawings, and project specifications.
• Inspect completed work for quality, proper fit-up, and compliance with applicable requirements.

Field Services & Shutdown Support

• Travel to mine sites, processing plants, and industrial facilities to complete maintenance and installation projects.
• Support scheduled shutdowns, turnarounds, breakdown repairs, and emergency service calls.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, operators, contractors, and other trades.
• Complete assigned work within project schedules while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Adapt to changing site conditions and troubleshoot problems in the field.
• Maintain tools, equipment, work areas, and company vehicles as required.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Follow all company policies, mine-site regulations, and applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and job safety analyses.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined-space, working-at-heights, hot-work, and other applicable safety procedures.
• Inspect tools, welding equipment, rigging gear, and personal protective equipment before use.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.
• Follow fire prevention procedures and environmental requirements when performing welding, cutting, and maintenance work.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions are identified.

Qualifications & Experience

• Journeyperson certification or equivalent experience in millwright, welding, ironworking, or a related industrial trade.
• Previous experience in mining, mineral processing, heavy industrial maintenance, or field services preferred.
• Experience working on conveyors, crushers, material handling systems, and processing plant equipment is an asset.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, fabrication blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of welding processes, steel fabrication, rigging, and mechanical installation.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and complete repairs independently or as part of a crew.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to remote or regional job sites, as required.
• Current safety training and site-specific certifications as required by the client or mine site.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in welding, fabrication, fitting, and industrial maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary field crew.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced field environment.
• Dependability, flexibility, and willingness to work overtime, shutdowns, and rotational schedules when required.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in mining operations, processing plants, industrial facilities, and outdoor environments.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling, and working in restricted positions, consistent with site requirements.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when trained, authorized, and properly equipped.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions, dusty environments, and noisy industrial settings.
• Availability for travel, extended shifts, overtime, and scheduled shutdowns as required.

Performance Expectations

• Complete work safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
• Maintain high standards of welding quality, mechanical reliability, and installation accuracy.
• Minimize equipment downtime through effective troubleshooting and timely repairs.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, inspections, and required documentation accurately.
• Maintain professional conduct and positive working relationships with clients and team members.
• Represent the company professionally at all customer and mine-site locations.

Overall Objective

To provide reliable, high-quality field services to the mining and industrial sectors through skilled millwright work, ironworking, welding, fabrication, equipment maintenance, and repair services while prioritizing safety, equipment reliability, customer satisfaction, and project success.ive success!

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50.0 – 84.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road