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farm equipment mechanic

Title posted on AgCareers.com - Millwright

Posted on November 29, 2024 by Employer details Richardson International Limited

Job details

Job Code: R11764&nbsp;Job Description:At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada&rsquo;s Best Managed Companies with over 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada&rsquo;s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils, and shortenings for the industrial, retail and foodservice markets.&nbsp;Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Millwright at our Lethbridge, AB location.&nbsp;The hourly wage for this position is $44.07 per hour.&nbsp;Responsibilities:Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rulesParticipate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:Always using the required personal protective equipmentEnsuring that authorized work is completed safelyUtilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazardsParticipating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiativesReporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedurePerform repairs and maintenance activitiesRepair of hydraulic and pneumatic systemsAlignment of gears, shafts, pumps, gear boxes, belts and agitatorsUse of laser equipmentInstallation and removal of motorsConnection of couplings and beltsFabrication of equipment and partsEstablish and implement preventative &amp; operational maintenance activitiesTroubleshootingOther duties as assigned&nbsp;Qualifications:Grade 12 or equivalentValid Journeyman Millwright CertificateSkills to operate precision metal cutting &amp; grinding machines such as lathes, milling machines, drills &amp; grindersAble to use instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers &amp; prepare working sketchesAble to fit parts to mechanisms and verify dimensionsAble to work with computerized maintenance systemWilling to work weekends and overtimeExcellent computer, communication and documentation skills&nbsp;Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.&nbsp;Interested candidates should click the APPLY TO THIS POSITION icon to apply online by December 19, 2024.&nbsp;Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.