Apprentice Millwright Technician - May 2025

Location:

Kearl, AB, CA

Company: Imperial

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Upstream department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Kearl, AB.

What role you will play in our team

This apprenticeship program provides work experience in the oil sands mining industry at our Kearl Operations. Currently have 5 entry level apprenticeship openings consisting of Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright apprenticeship postings/placements. Initially, you will train as a member of our maintenance staff to gain practical hands-on experience with maintenance and safety procedures. On-the-job experience will be supplemented with additional related formal technical training.

The work placement is located at Imperial's Kearl Oils Sands Operation, north of Ft. McMurray, AB.

What you will do

While working under the supervision of an experienced mentor you will perform various duties such as (but not limited to):

• Executing all work within government regulations and company standards
• Executing specific activities defined within the preventative maintenance program to maintain the integrity of assigned equipment and machinery
• Repair machinery malfunctions identified through the work order system and performing associated plant/field housekeeping
• Utilizing shop tools and equipment and completing predictive maintenance tasks such as vibration monitoring, temperature monitoring etc.

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• Grade 12 high school diploma or GED equivalent is a minimum requirement
• We welcome and encourage Indigenous peoples, women, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply
• You will work in a supportive team environment
• The role requires shift work (Days/Nights), 14 days on/14 days off rotation as well as living in a camp
• Travel to site utilizing our bus service from Fort McMurray or from one our flight hubs (Calgary or Edmonton) where you will board a charter flight to site
• Effective communication with team members is an important aspect of the apprenticeship program.
• You will be indentured in the apprenticeship program, complete Alberta Industry and Training mandated work terms as well as attend technical training in the province of Alberta
• Actively participate in the Imperial Oil safety culture by adhering to all safety rules and standards and hazard reporting standards
• Continue to enhance your learning journey through training sessions and completing self-development courses as required
• Please provide mechanical experience and/or job related mechanical experience or education

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Ability to pass an apprenticeship entrance exam or
• Previous industrial experience or
• Previous apprenticeship experience or
• Completion of a pre-apprenticeship training program
• If you are a candidate who wishes to self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations or Métis) for eligibility in our preferential Indigenous recruitment program, you must attach a proof of membership letter from your association/settlement/band office to your application.

Work Term: 12 months

Location: Kearl Oil Sands Site, AB

Other Considerations

• We will carefully review your application, recognizing and appreciating the time and effort you put into it. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
• For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
• In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company.
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.
• Certain preferences in the recruitment process will be provided to candidates that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations or Metis) from one of the communities mentioned above.

Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect.

Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request.

Eligibility to work in Canada: All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.

Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.