IUOE Millwright – Mechanical Maintenance

About the role

The IUOE Millwright will install, maintain, inspect and repair a wide range of university machinery and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation across campus facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Fabricate and install new machinery, operate lathes and milling machines, and use shop tools to create parts.
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and diagnose equipment failures using the Building Management System.
• Rebuild compressors, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and material handling equipment.
• Weld, braze, solder, and install HVAC, pumping and conveying systems, interpreting schematics and blueprints.
• Coordinate rigging and lifting operations and adhere to safety and environmental regulations.

Required profile

• Red Seal or BCTQ Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) certification.
• 3‑5 years of industrial experience and a valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Competency in welding and practical knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to work in a team, prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Welding
• Hydraulic systems
• Pneumatic systems
• Power and hand tools
• Machining
• Laser alignment tools
• Rigging and lifting equipment
• Reading schematics/blueprints

What we offer

• Annual salary $87,156 CAD (gross) – $46.56 CAD hourly.
• Opportunity for overtime at double time and shift premiums.
• Generous vacation accrual increasing up to six weeks.
• University pension contribution of 9.4% of gross earnings.
• Tuition waiver credits for UBC courses.
• Additional UBC staff perks and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.