Standards
of Being
the Best
UBC millwrights understand that the relationship between signatory employers and end-user customers involves a delicate balance.
Professionalism
The actions of just one individual can threaten whether an employer is considered for future work assignments. Unprofessional behavior and poor-quality work performance affect the livelihoods of fellow millwrights and jeopardize job opportunities.
Work Ethic
The manner in which millwrights conduct themselves while on a customer’s premises reflects not only on the signatory employer, but on the area’s Local, MRC and the UBC, as well.
That is why UBC millwrights are held to the highest standards during work and non-work related interactions with others, whether employees of the customer or other site employers.
Should it be determined that an individual is unwilling or incapable of satisfying these commitments by demonstrating a work practice or conduct that is detrimental to UBC millwrights’ overall interests, then corrective action will be mandated.
Millwright Regional Council – Canada Standards
MRC shall be in consistent adherence with these standards:
Safety
Follow all Employer and Owner safety practices and guidelines. Use appropriate safety equipment as dictated.
Relaibility
Practice punctuality and arrive on time as expected at the designated workplace fit for duty, dressed in appropriate attire and equipped with required tools.
Respect
Conduct oneself in a courteous manner that fosters respect for Employers, Customers and fellow Co-Workers. Treat the property of others with care.
Craftsmanship
Be conscientious at all times of the quality and timeliness of the work assignment performed.
Attitude
Work as a team player and display a positive disposition. Follow the directives, rules and policies of the Employer and/or Customer. Be receptive to constructive feedback.
Productivity
Commit to working in a diligent fashion and avoid any result or performance which could be construed as less than quality craftsmanship.
Professionalism
Act, at all times, in a manner which promotes a positive image of the millwright craft. Maintain pace with industry-related technological advances and possess the necessary credentials and certifications expected of a highly qualified “professional” UBC millwright.
Training
Embrace continuing education as an integral component of the millwright profession and participate, whether required or voluntary, in the advanced skills and upgrade training programs offered. Comply with all mandated training prerequisites.
Leadership
Serve as an example to fellow millwrights. Actively support initiatives designed to promote the millwright trade. Continually offer to share one’s talents, knowledge and experience with those new in the industry.
“At OPG we are impressed with the professionalism we see in the Millwrights that are deployed for work in our facilities, this is a testament to the time taken to train them to be skilled workers who take pride in their workmanship.”
Bill Owens
SVP, Refurbishment Execution | Nuclear Refurbishment, Ontario Power Generation
“In today’s environment, you have to continuously be improving. The UBC millwrights are the most highly qualified people that can be on a jobsite.”
Rick Rives
President, Atlantic Plant Maintenance
“The UBC millwright crews are highly productive, with few non-recordable and zero recordable injuries. For logging over 100,000 hours worked on the job so far, that’s not too bad.”
Michael F. McCormick
President, Siemens Westinghouse Generation Services
“UBC millwright crews bring a wealth of knowledge, skills, and professionalism to the job on our site, both of which are highly valued in our nuclear environment where safety and quality are our overriding priorities.”
Murray Hoggart
Site Manager Darlington, Black & McDonald
“The performance and attitudes of UBC millwrights that we’ve seen throughout the entire country has been excellent. They’re working hard and they’re working safe.”
Chris Stevens
Owner, Conveyor Specialties
“UBC millwrights have provided us with a fantastic resource for labour and opened up all kinds of opportunities that we didn’t have access to before.”
Greg Moharin
Vice President, Newell Machinery
“The UBC millwright crews did very well and they were very professional. The UBC has provided us with a level of expertise that is beyond what we expected. The most important asset is their skill set. The training that the UBC provides millwrights is to be commended.”
Mike Arnoff
Owner, Arnoff (Mechanical Equipment) Moving
