Millwright Machinist

Dalhousie University

Full Time Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
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Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posted
June 26, 2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Trade Supervisor and/or Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the installation, removal, repair and preventive maintenance of rotating equipment on the University campus.

Key Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoots, repairs, replaces and installs motors, pumps, fans, compressors, shafts, pulleys, hoists, conveyors and other related rotating equipment on campus

  • Performs preventive maintenance on above referenced equipment

  • Utilizes lathe, milling machine and related equipment to repair existing machinery components and fabricate replacement components

  • Installs power drives in correct position, and aligns power shafts and pulleys

  • Assists in the organization and scheduling of preventive maintenance routines

  • Utilizes hoists, rollers, or trolleys to position machinery

  • Recommends equipment upgrades based on best economical/professional judgement

  • Notifies Working Forepe...