Rolling Mix Concrete
About Us
RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada’s largest independent concrete providers. Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer’s concrete needs. With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees. Come be a part of our growing team!
Rolling Mix Concrete Offers
- Competitive wages and time off policies
- Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, RRSP, etc.)
- Tiered health plan with a choice of three available plan options
- Annual boot allowance
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee perks and discounts
- Employee referral bonus
- Quarterly bonus and tool allowance
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Team lunches and events
Position Overview
We are looking for a knowledgeable and dependable Apprentice Millwright who will be responsible for performing required preventative maintenance on mechanical systems and components while ensuring compliance of all safety policies and operating practices.
Responsibilities
- Assist Journeyman Millwrights in the installation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of concrete production machinery and equipment including conveyors, mixers, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks as directed, including lubrication, inspections, and component replacements.
- Diagnose mechanical faults and assist in troubleshooting equipment failures to minimize production downtime.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals to support repair and installation work.
- Fabricate, align, and fit mechanical components including shafts, couplings, bearings, and seals.
- Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, rigging equipment, and precision measuring instruments safely and correctly.
- Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, company safety policies, and site-specific protocols at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
- Perform general plant labour as required.
- Champion RMC safety culture by wearing PPE, attending safety meetings, identifying and reporting hazards, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Registered as an Apprentice Millwright, preferably as a second-year apprentice.
- Valid Alberta driver's licence and clean drivers abstract.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the role including lifting, climbing, working in confined spaces, and standing for extended periods.
- Previous experience in a concrete, aggregate, construction materials, or heavy industrial environment is preferred.
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems is an asset.
- Experience with rigging, hoisting, and lifting equipment is ideal.
- Basic welding or fabrication skills considered an asset.
Key Attributes
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and a proactive safety mindset.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Reliability and accountability.
- Willingness to learn new skills and expand knowledge base.
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
Hours of Work
- Hours of work are generally 8-10 hours daily, Monday through Friday, with a Saturday rotation.
- Shifts typically start at 9 AM. Although, start/end times are highly dependent on daily production schedules.
- Overtime may be required to support operations, especially during the busy construction season. This includes evenings, weekends, and occasional nightshifts.
Work Environment:
This role is primarily based plant-based out of the Edmonton West Plant, however, travel to the Edmonton East Plant may be required.
The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an industrial environment that may include exposure to dust, noise, varying temperatures, and heights. Shift work, weekend work, and overtime may be required based on operational and maintenance demands.
Physical Demands
The position is physical in nature and requires bending, crawling, crouching, and standing for long periods of time. Materials are heavy and cumbersome. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
****Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and fit for work testing as a condition of employment.****
RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.
