Temporary Millwright Journeyperson 1

Date Posted: 07/15/2024
Req ID: 35594
Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services
Department: Facilities & Services - Trades
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS:
Under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of millwright / machinist work in the area of responsibility.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job.  They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated:

• Sets up, operates and maintains a variety of machines such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, grinders and other machine shop equipment to fabricate and/or assemble parts to make or repair mechanisms, tools or machines;
• Prepares working sketches from general descriptions and by examining parts and their surfaces;
• Lays out, assembles, measures, marks, scribes center lines, dimensions and reference points on work pieces using precision measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, micrometers and electronic measuring devices;
• Repairs, constructs components and parts, troubleshoots, fits and installs machinery mechanisms;
• Finishes and fits parts to mechanisms by filing, grinding, scraping and polishing;
• Verifies dimensions and alignment using micrometers, height gauges, surface plates and gauge blocks.   
• Tests repaired mechanisms to ensure proper operation and verify machined parts for conformance to specifications;
• Cleans, checks and lubricates machines, tools and equipment to maintain proper operation;
• May construct components and parts to close tolerances that may have non-standard or unusual shapes;
• Other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

EDUCATION:  High school graduate.   Must hold a valid Ontario Machinist or Industrial Mechanic Millwright or Tool & Die Maker Certificate of Qualification; working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act as it pertains to Trade Regulations (industrial & construction), and WHMIS

EXPERIENCE:  Experience working with machines, tools and equipment associated with a Machinist’s duties, competent in welding (tig, mig,arc) and fabricating skills.  Must have mechanical and mathematical aptitude to calculate dimensions and tolerances. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook; Computer knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word is preferred.

OTHER:  Ability to prepare sketches and read and interpret drawings, schematics and specifications; Must have physical ability to perform duties as described; strong problem-solving and customer service skills; tact, diplomacy and discretion; good communication skills (verbal and written) and a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; ability to keep up-to-date with changing technology and techniques that are congruent to the trade.

Note: This is a temporary opportunity lasting approximately 9 months and there are 2 positions available.

Closing Date: 07/30/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: Hourly Rate - $38.67 
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services