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Machinist job in Calgary, AB with Western Drilling Tools Inc., Alberta - alis
This permanent full time Machinist job from Western Drilling Tools Inc. is offering $40.00 hourly for 40 hours per week.
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Job Details

Machinist

Employer

Western Drilling Tools Inc.

Date Posted

June 11, 2026

Languages

English
  • Location Calgary, AB
  • Earnings $40.00 hourly
  • Work Hours 40 hours per week
  • Position Permanent Full Time
  • Vacancies 1  Vacancy
  • Closing Date Jul 02, 2026
Job Requirements

Employer

Western Drilling Tools Inc.

Languages

English

Education

  • College/CEGEP
  • Computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinist technology/CNC machinist
  • or equivalent experience

Work setting

General manufacturing

Tasks

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables
  • Repair machine tools and parts
  • Set up and adjust production machineries/tools
  • Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance
  • Maintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instruments
  • Document and report deviations from specifications and tolerances
  • Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
  • Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)
  • Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools
  • Verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
  • Ensure that safety standards and departmental policies are met
  • Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
  • Load, unload and move products and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment
  • Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe

Measuring tools

  • Micrometers
  • Callipers
  • Gauges
  • Verniers

Instrument experience

Precision measuring instrument

Equipment and machinery experience

  • Drill presses
  • Milling machines
  • Surface grinders
  • Tapping machines
  • Tool grinders
  • Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
  • Lathes and other machining tools

Repetitive machining operation experience

Turning

Parts specialization

Manufacturing equipment

Area of specialization

Secondary school education

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Ability to work independently
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Tight deadlines
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Physically demanding
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Attention to detail

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Dependability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Team player
  • Quick learner

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

  • Day
  • Overtime available

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

Wellness program

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Interest Codes & Abilities
The Machinist is part of the following larger National Occupational Classification (NOC).

Interest Codes

Machinists
OBJECTIVE

Interest in setting up and programming machine tools for use by machining tool operators when required

INNOVATIVE

Interest in performing precision machining operations such as sawing, turning, milling, boring, planing, drilling, precision grinding and other operations, and in planning best sequence of operations

METHODICAL

Interest in compiling information to verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments

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Mental Abilities

General Learning Ability

Verbal Ability

Numerical Ability

Visual Abilities

Spatial Perception

Form Perception

Clerical Perception

Physical Abilities

Motor Coordination

Finger Dexterity

Manual Dexterity

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