Millwright

About NextStar Energy

NextStar Energy (NSE) is a pioneering joint venture between LG and Stellantis, housing Canada's first major lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility located in Windsor, Ontario. This plant operates with an annual production goal exceeding 49 gigawatt hours and aims to generate approximately 2,500 new employment opportunities within Windsor and neighboring regions.

At NSE, team members thrive in an environment fostering innovation, teamwork, and ongoing personal advancement. The company offers competitive pay, extensive benefits, and prioritizes employee well-being, including tailored training programs and global learning chances to aid career growth. Employee contributions are highly valued with the forthcoming introduction of a company-wide rewards scheme. Leadership supports a respectful, trust-based workplace where every voice matters, all driving towards collective achievements.

Role Overview

The Millwright position entails performing diverse routine operational and maintenance activities crucial to the smooth and safe functioning of the facility. Duties encompass monitoring equipment, making necessary adjustments, documenting operations, and handling cleaning, repair, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul mechanical components such as condensers, pumps, air handling units, heat exchangers, environmental control devices, dust and scrap collectors, and other utility-related machinery.
• Maintain equipment ensuring specific environmental humidity levels (35%, 10%, and 1% zones) are sustained.
• Identify and assess maintenance risks concerning equipment condition.
• Detect mechanical failures in both utility and facility systems.
• Use building automation systems to spot system irregularities and perform minor calibrations.
• Select and manage necessary repair parts and consumable stocks.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of mechanical equipment maintenance schedules.
• Carry out preventive maintenance (PdM and PM) tasks thoroughly and on schedule.
• Apply systematic problem-solving techniques to minimize utility losses.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere strictly to prescribed work procedures and safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain professionalism during all workplace activities and interactions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in mechanical equipment maintenance.
• Certification as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright (Trade Certificate 433A).
• Possession of a valid Class G Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Legally permitted to work in Canada.
• Availability to work plant shutdowns, weekends, holidays, and accept overtime, including possibly short-notice shifts.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Experience maintaining and repairing industrial equipment such as pumps, piping, boilers, water filtration units, HVAC, and dust collection systems preferred.
• Proven mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Competency in hoisting, rigging, and relocating equipment of varying sizes.
• Basic machining abilities involving mill and lathe tools is advantageous.
• Welding proficiency, including brazing, arc welding, MIG, and TIG techniques, is a plus.
• Familiarity with diesel engine mechanics beneficial.
• Knowledge and use of computerized maintenance management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Self-driven with sound judgment and initiative in decision-making, communicating decisions promptly to supervisors.
• Strong computer literacy, comfortable with email, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Additional Information

Verification of all certifications will be required. NextStar Energy is committed to equal opportunity employment, valuing diverse backgrounds and perspectives regardless of age, race, creed, color, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, nationality, religion, veteran status, or any other protected status.