Certified Millwright
6 days ago
Employer: Santa's Village Inc.
Position: Certified Millwright - Amusement Rides & Attractions
Terms of Employment: Full-time / Permanent
Location: Bracebridge, Ontario
Employment Address: 1624 Golden Beach Road, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1W8
Hours of Work: 40 hours/week
Language: English
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, life insurance).
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Seasonal or year-round positions available.
- Employee perks including park admission, discounts, and family passes.
- Ongoing training and certification opportunities.
- A dynamic, exciting work environment with a passionate team.
Salary: Competitive Wage Commensurate with experience starting at $
Contact: Please send resumes to and include "Certified Millwright" in the email subject line.
Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced, certified Millwright to perform installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems on amusement devices. This hands-on role ensures rides operate at peak performance while adhering to the highest safety standards (ASTM, manufacturer specifications, and TSSA regulatory requirements).
Duties:
Perform daily, weekly, and annual preventative maintenance on ride mechanical systems, including gearboxes, drive systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, chains, sprockets, and bearings.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical failures, structural issues, and wear components during both scheduled and unscheduled downtime.
- Align, level, and anchor machinery using precision tools (laser alignment, dial indicators, etc.).
- Fabricate and weld components as needed (steel, aluminum).
- Conduct thorough inspections and complete detailed documentation in accordance with ASTM
F770, F846, and other relevant standards.
- Assist with ride installations, relocations, and major overhauls.
- Collaborate with ride operators, electricians, and engineers to ensure seamless operations.
- Work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Certified Millwright (Journeyman/Red Seal or provincial/state equivalent) – required.
- Minimum 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience with heavy machinery.
- Proven experience maintaining amusement rides strongly preferred (roller coasters, Ferris wheels, drop towers, etc.).
- Proficiency in reading mechanical blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Strong skills in welding (MIG, TIG, stick), rigging, and machining.
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Additional certifications an asset: ADM-AR, NAARSO Level I/II, AIMS Maintenance, Working at heights, fall protection, confined space, aerial lift operation.
- Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs, climbing ladders/scaffolding, and working in demanding environments. Duties require being outdoors in all types of weather.
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime during peak seasons.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
