About Davis Machine
For over 100 years, Davis Machine Company Ltd. has been a trusted provider of custom machining, welding, and babbitt bearing services. We serve customers throughout the power generation, mining, oil & gas, and industrial sectors, building our reputation on quality workmanship, precision, and reliability.
We operate from a modern 40,000 sq. ft. facility in Saskatoon, giving our team the opportunity to work on a wide range of equipment and increasingly large and complex machining projects.
We are currently looking for an Apprentice Machinist who wants to develop their skills, work toward their Journeyperson certification, and build a long-term career in the machining trade.
Why Join Davis Machine?
- Learn From Experienced Machinists – Work alongside skilled journeypersons and experienced tradespeople while developing your machining knowledge.
- Varied, Custom Work – This is a custom job shop, not a repetitive production environment. You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of parts, materials, machines, and industries.
- Build Well-Rounded Skills – Develop experience on both manual and CNC equipment while learning machining, inspection, setup, and repair techniques.
- See Projects From Start to Finish – Be involved in complete jobs rather than performing one repetitive operation.
- Apprenticeship & Career Development – Gain the practical experience required to progress through your apprenticeship and toward Journeyperson certification.
- Growing Company & Modern Facility – Work in a large facility with continued investment in equipment, people, and capabilities.
- Long-Term Opportunity – We're looking for people who want to develop their trade and grow with the company.
What You'll Do
Working under the guidance of experienced machinists and supervisors, you will:
- Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools as your skills and experience develop.
- Learn to manufacture and repair precision components to drawing and specification requirements.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and machining instructions.
- Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and other inspection tools.
- Assist with machine setups, tooling selection, feeds, speeds, and machining processes.
- Inspect work throughout the machining process to ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Maintain inspection records and documentation when required.
- Assist with repair and refurbishment of industrial components and equipment.
- Maintain machines, tooling, and work areas.
- Follow company quality procedures and safe work practices.
- Work alongside experienced tradespeople on unique and challenging machining projects.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the shop.
What We're Looking For
We are interested in candidates at various stages of their machining apprenticeship.
Preference will be given to candidates who:
- Are currently registered as a 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Year Machinist Apprentice, or have relevant machining education or experience and are interested in entering the apprenticeship program.
- Have some experience with manual and/or CNC machining.
- Have the ability to read or are interested in developing the ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Have a mechanical aptitude and enjoy hands-on work.
- Are comfortable using precision measuring equipment or are willing to learn.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Are dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn.
- Can work effectively as part of a team while developing the ability to work independently.
- Have a valid driver's licence.
Previous machining experience is an asset, but we encourage apprentices at all levels to apply.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay – $21.00–$35.00 per hour, based on apprenticeship level, experience, and demonstrated ability.
Additional compensation opportunities include overtime and company bonus/profit-sharing programs.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Extended health care
- Dental care
- Vision care
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Employee assistance program
- RRSP matching
- Pension / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Apprenticeship & Career Development
- Support toward completing your Machinist apprenticeship
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement
- Hands-on training with experienced Journeyperson Machinists
- Exposure to a wide variety of manual and CNC equipment
- Opportunities to take on increasingly complex work as your skills develop
- Long-term advancement opportunities within the company
Work Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
- Occasional overtime opportunities
Build Your Career With Davis Machine
If you're looking to become a well-rounded machinist rather than performing the same operation every day, Davis Machine offers an opportunity to learn the trade through real-world custom machining.
You'll work on challenging industrial components, learn from experienced tradespeople, and continue developing your skills as you progress toward Journeyperson certification.
Apply today to build your machining career with Davis Machine Company Ltd.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Work Location: In person – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $21.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Saskatoon, SK S7K 6H3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- machinist: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
