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As an industrial mechanic (millwright), you’re a true Jack of all Trades! Industrial mechanics, also known as millwrights, are equal parts electrician, machinist, mechanic, and plumber.
To work as an industrial mechanic, you should:
- Have an interest in “the way things work” and the ability to dismantle and reassemble things.
- Have the ability to draw things accurately and be detail oriented.
- Have an awareness of your surrounding environment and workspace
Millwrights install, repair, overhaul, and maintain a variety of machines in addition to mechanical equipment like conveyor systems.
To become an Industrial Mechanic there are two ways to start.
Industiral Mechanic (Millwright) Pathways
Foundation Program
- 24-week full time program
- September intake
- You do not need an employer to take the Industrial Mechanic Foundation program! In fact, the main reason to take the program is to gain experience and knowledge about the industrial mechanic trade to make it easier for you to find an employer to sponsor you for the remaining three levels of your apprenticeship.
If you are a high school student, contact the counseling office at your high school for information on how to become a Youth Train in Trades student and get a jump-start on your trades training while you complete your high school diploma. Learn more about the Youth Train in Trades program.
Apprenticeship Program
To begin an apprenticeship to become an Industrial Mechanic, you must:
- Have an employer sponsor
- Register with the Industry Training Authority (ITA)
- Complete your apprenticeship training
College of the Rockies offers all four levels of Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) technical training.
Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Training Schedule
| Program | Level | Starts | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | FDTN | September 3, 2019 | March 5, 2020 | 24 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | FDTN | September 8, 2020 | March 5, 2021 | 24 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | 1 | September 8, 2020 | October 22, 2020 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | 2 | May 11, 2020 | June 25, 2020 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | 3 | January 6, 2020 | February 20, 2020 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | 3 | January 11, 2021 | February 25, 2021 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) | 4 | October 28, 2019 | December 12, 2019 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) | 4 | March 16, 2020 | April 30, 2020 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) | 4 | October 26, 2020 | December 10, 2020 | 7 Weeks |
| *Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) (Harmonized) | 4 | March 15, 2021 | April 29, 2021 | 7 Weeks |
*Projected | All dates subject to change |
Industry Training Authority Harmonization Initiative
Harmonization is an ITA initiative to substantively align the curriculum taught in each apprenticeship level for consistency across Canada in 30 Red Seal trade apprenticeship programs by 2020. The ITA is committed to minimizing challenges to apprentices to complete their training and are supporting training providers through the Harmonization Initiative. The ITA has considered the input of industry partners as well as training providers across the province to develop transition plans to ensure that there are options for all current apprentices to complete their apprenticeship with minimal disruption. Transition plans for each trade vary and may involve Gap Training (which refers to missing or resequencing content).
For further details on transition plans, gap training or questions related to harmonization, please visit the ITA website www.itabc.ca