Millwright

Overview

Are you meticulous, curious, and passionate about heavy machinery? At Davie, you will participate in assembling strategic components that power the country’s largest ships. As a millwright, you will be responsible for installing, assembling, adjusting, and fastening mechanical components related to piping, ventilation, heating, air conditioning (HVAC), marine mechanics, and metal cabinetry systems. You will read plans and work orders, handle workshop assembly, perform pressure tests, adjust mechanical equipment, operate forklifts or trucks, and actively participate in the commissioning of systems aboard ships.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, adjust, and fasten mechanical components related to piping, ventilation, HVAC, marine mechanics, and metal cabinetry systems.
• Read plans and work orders and perform workshop assembly.
• Conduct pressure tests and adjust mechanical equipment as required.
• Operate forklifts or trucks as part of daily duties.
• Participate in the commissioning of systems aboard ships.

Compensation

• $33.41/hour for the first 1,000 hours, then a rate of $37.11/hour.
• Overtime paid at double time.

Work Schedule

• Day: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day
• Evening: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day + $2.00/hour premium
• Weekend: 3-day workweek, 12 hours per day + $2.50/hour premium
• Frigate premium (military vessel): $1.25/hour regardless of shift

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance: health, disability, dental, vision, health spending account
• Company events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine
• Paid time off (2 floating days + 2 days for family obligations)
• Paid holidays during site closure
• Retirement plan
• Positive work environment supported by the employer
• Free on-site parking
• Relocation allowance for unionized production and maintenance employees: up to $2,500 for a single person or couple, and $4,000 for a family. Full details discussed during the hiring process.

Requirements

• DEP in Heavy Machinery, Marine Mechanics, or Plumbing-Heating (pipefitting)
• Successful completion of the security clearance process required under the Federal Government Contract Security Program (minimum 5 years of continuous residence in Canada with no interruption longer than 6 consecutive months)

About Us

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients. Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion. There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable. At Davie, we forge the monumental!