Industrial mechanic (Millwright/machinist)

Format: Full Time
Offered: Multiple intakes
Program Duration: 22 weeks
Delivery Location: Kamloops, BC

As an industrial mechanic (millwright) you’ll install, repair, overhaul and maintain machinery and heavy mechanical equipment such as conveyor systems, and perform routine maintenance like adjusting valves and investigating breakdowns. You’ll find work in diverse settings ranging from mines and logging operations to ski hills and manufacturing facilities.

What you'll learn

SkilledTradesBC approved curriculum with an emphasis on safe work practices. Including math skills for industry and precision measuring.
Power transmission (gears, belts and chains), system installation and maintenance.
Bearing science, installation and maintenance procedures.
Fluid power basics.
Rigging and hoisting methods.
Basic welding techniques.
Pumps and compressor principles.
Machinery dismantling, repair and assembly

What makes TRU’s program unique:

You’ll hone your skills with our advanced training equipment.
Learn from exceptional instructors with over 40 years of experience.
Our graduates have a 92% pass rate on the Interprovincial Red Seal Exam.

What you’ll graduate with:

(Industrial Mechanic) Millwright Foundation Certificate of Completion
The in-school technical training required for apprenticeship level 1 Millwright and level 1 Machinist
425 work-based training hours towards apprenticeship

Admission Requirements

Youth Train in Trades - in grade 12 (all core grad requirements completed apart from CLC A and B, and senior electives)
Minimum English 12 or English First Peoples 12 – 67% plus
Minimum Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre-Calculus 11 – 67% plus
All Core grad requirements completed:
- Senior Grad requirements include: English 12 or English First Peoples 12, English 11, Senior Socials, Senior Math (Foundations or Mathematics 11 or Pre-Calculus 11), and a Senior Science
- All grade 10 grad requirements