EPCOR Careers

Position: Millwright I / Welder

Location: Water Treatment Plant Maintenance – Edmonton, AB
Status: Full-time temporary for up to 11 months in duration

About the Role

EPCOR is hiring a Millwright I / Welder to support maintenance operations at the Edmonton Water Treatment Plants and associated reservoirs. In this role, you’ll perform a wide range of mechanical maintenance and welding activities to ensure critical water infrastructure operates safely, reliably, and efficiently.

Reporting to the Manager, WTP Maintenance Process, you’ll work in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment supporting essential services for the City of Edmonton.

We are accepting applications from both current EPCOR Employees and external candidates.

Important: EPCOR employees, please apply using your @epcor.com email address to ensure your seniority is accurately captured.

What You’ll Do

As a Millwright I / Welder, your responsibilities will include:

• Performing scheduled, corrective, and improvement maintenance on mechanical equipment within an operating water treatment facility
• Installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing pumps, valves, compressors, motors, and chemical feed equipment
• Disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating equipment and machinery components
• Completing alignment and condition monitoring using laser alignment and ultrasound analysis tools
• Interpreting drawings, schematics, and manufacturer specifications for equipment installation, modification, and repair
• Developing and following safe work plans, hazard assessments, tailgate talks, and other safety documentation
• Supporting maintenance planning by preparing reports, maintaining documentation, and following up on completed work
• Researching and sourcing materials and parts as required
• Using EPCOR’s computerized maintenance management system (IVARA) and other software tools
• Collaborating with internal teams to meet performance, safety, and reliability targets
• Working at water treatment plants, reservoirs, and booster stations as required

What You Bring

Required qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma (GED, or equivalent secondary education)
• Journeyman Millwright and Journeyman Welder certifications

• Please note if you have obtained your journeyman certification outside of Alberta Interprovincial Red Seal certification (Millwright and/or Welder) will be required

• Minimum 3 years of trades experience in an industrial or commercial environment
  • Water or wastewater facilities are an asset
• Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance practices, codes, standards, and OH&S requirements
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience working safely in operating plant environments
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License and ability to maintain an EPCOR driver’s permit:
  • Maximum of 6 demerits at time of hire
  • Prior unsafe‑driving infractions may result in non‑selection
  • A 5‑year commercial Driver Abstract is required if one is not already on file
• Ability to operate an overhead crane
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel)

Assets:

• Experience with plant upgrades or construction-related activities
• Exposure to supervisory responsibilities or lead-hand work

Skills and Behaviours for Success

• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accurate documentation
• Team-focused, collaborative, and safety-driven
• Adaptable and proactive when responding to changing priorities or technical challenges

Why EPCOR

At EPCOR, you’ll be part of a team that delivers essential services to the community. We offer a supportive workplace focused on safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, along with the opportunity to build a long-term career in municipal infrastructure.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: IBEW 1007

Class: 8006

Wage: $65.81 per hour

Hours of work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.