industrial mechanic and millwright
About the company
ABOUT NAMCO NAMCO Machine & Gear Works Ltd. is an established manufacturer and repair facility specializing in precision-machined components, industrial gearboxes, gears, and mechanical power transmission equipment.
With more than five decades of experience, NAMCO provides engineering, manufacturing, repair, and field-service solutions to customers across a variety of heavy industrial sectors. Our Edmonton facility combines engineering, machining, gear manufacturing, welding, inspection, assembly, and testing under one roof.
Your tasks
POSITION SUMMARY NAMCO is currently seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Assembly Mechanic / Millwright / Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our growing team.
The successful candidate will be involved in the assembly of large oilfield drawworks, industrial gearboxes, mechanical drives, and other heavy-duty equipment. The position also requires the ability to perform mechanical fitting, minor welding, and fabrication work, including fitting and installing steel guards, brackets, supports, and other mechanical components.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working on large, complex mechanical equipment and is comfortable performing a variety of mechanical assembly, fitting, and fabrication tasks.
Heavy Mechanical Assembly & Installation
- Assemble, fit, install, repair, and service heavy industrial machinery, including oilfield drawworks, gearboxes, transmissions, gear drives, and mechanical power transmission equipment.
- Perform complete mechanical assembly of large drawworks components, including shafts, bearings, gears, couplings, brakes, clutches, drums, and related mechanical systems.
- Install and align bearings, shafts, gears, housings, and other precision mechanical components.
- Perform mechanical fitting, adjustments, alignment, and troubleshooting to ensure proper equipment operation.
- Read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
- Assist with disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of industrial equipment.
Mechanical Fitting, Welding & Fabrication
- Fit, modify, and install steel guards, protective covers, brackets, supports, and other fabricated components.
- Perform basic to intermediate welding and fabrication work, primarily MIG/FCAW welding, as required.
- Measure, cut, grind, drill, and fit steel components to meet assembly requirements.
- Make minor modifications and adjustments to fabricated parts to ensure proper fit and installation.
- Use hand tools, power tools, grinders, drills, and other shop equipment safely and effectively.
- Work closely with the welding, machining, and engineering departments to resolve fitting and assembly issues.
Quality, Safety & General Duties
- Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, vernier calipers, dial indicators, and other inspection tools.
- Perform mechanical inspections and quality checks during assembly.
- Safely handle, lift, position, and install large and heavy components using overhead cranes, hoists, and appropriate lifting equipment.
- Identify mechanical problems and communicate potential improvements to supervisors and engineering staff.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow company quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
- Assist with other mechanical assembly, maintenance, and shop duties as required.
Requirements
We are looking for a skilled, versatile, and hands-on individual with strong mechanical aptitude and experience assembling, fitting, repairing, and installing heavy industrial machinery and mechanical components.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in heavy equipment assembly, industrial machinery, oilfield equipment, gearboxes, or mechanical fabrication.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, industrial equipment repair, heavy-duty mechanics, millw