Renegade Mechanical Solutions Inc. – Calgary, AB
Renegade Mechanical Solutions Inc. is a Calgary-based hydraulic repair, machining, and industrial fabrication company specializing in hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, CNC machining, and custom industrial solutions for heavy-duty and commercial customers.
We are currently looking for an experienced machinist to join our growing team. We are looking for someone who wants to be a key part of a growing company where their skills, experience, and input will directly influence the direction of the shop. We are actively expanding our machining and manufacturing capabilities and are looking for a skilled individual who wants to help build systems, improve processes, solve complex problems, and play a key role in the next stage of growth for the company.
We are a close-knit group of hardworking professionals who take pride in what we do and in the environment we are building together. Our shop operates like a team — people step up, support each other, and work collaboratively to solve problems and deliver quality work. This role is ideal for someone who wants to be part of building something from the ground up and who values working alongside a strong, motivated crew that genuinely cares about the success of the business and each other.
This position is ideal for a capable machinist who enjoys variety, takes pride in craftsmanship, and wants to work in an environment where machining, hydraulics, fabrication, and manufacturing all intersect.
Candidates with leadership, supervisory, or shop management experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate manual lathes and mills
- Set up and operate CNC mills and CNC lathes
- Edit and troubleshoot CNC programs at the machine
- Understand and apply CNC machining fundamentals including tooling, work offsets, feeds, speeds, and setup strategies
- Manufacture shafts, bushings, glands, flanges, wear components, pins, and custom-machined parts
- Hold tight tolerances and verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment
- Assist in developing machining processes, setups, and shop efficiencies
Manufacturing & Custom Work
- Support the company’s expansion into manufacturing and production machining
- Assist with prototype work, custom fabrication, and process improvement initiatives
- Participate in fixture design, tooling selection, and workflow improvements
- Work closely with management to improve shop capabilities and expand services
Hydraulic Cylinder & Mechanical Repair Support
- Machine and modify hydraulic cylinder components including rods, pistons, glands, and barrels
- Occasionally assist with tear-down, inspection, repair, and assembly of hydraulic cylinders and components
- Support pressure testing and troubleshooting of repaired components
- Work on a wide variety of industrial and heavy-duty equipment repairs
Fabrication & General Shop Support
- Read and interpret drawings, prints, and sketches
- Drill, bore, tap, fit, and prep fabricated components
- Assist with fitting, fabrication, and final assembly work when required
- Support water-jet cutting and secondary manufacturing operations
Quality & Safety
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
- Inspect completed work using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring tools
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment
- Follow company safety and quality procedures
Required Qualifications
- Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent industry experience
- Experience operating manual mills and manual lathes (required)
- Understanding of CNC programming fundamentals and CNC machine setup (required)
- Ability to independently plan and execute machining jobs from start to finish
- Strong understanding of machining fundamentals including tooling, materials, tolerances, feeds, and speeds
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and prints
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Preferred / Asset Qualifications
- Experience with Haas CNC equipment
- Experience with conversational or CAM programming
- Waterjet experience
- Hydraulic cylinder repair experience
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Leadership or supervisory experience
- Experience working in repair, custom manufacturing, or job-shop environments
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Opportunity to help shape and grow a rapidly expanding shop
- Diverse and challenging work — no repetitive production environment
- Exposure to machining, hydraulics, fabrication, manufacturing, and industrial repair
- A team-oriented environment where your input and experience genuinely matter
- Long-term growth opportunities within the company
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person – Calgary, AB
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.50-$45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
