Millwright (Industrial Mechanic) Program

The SD38 Youth Train in Trades Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Program provides a unique opportunity for students to get a head start in this career.  This program is based at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU).  Industrial mechanics dismantle, move, install, and repair heavy machinery & equipment.  They are required to know how to do the layout and set-up required to install the heavy equipment that industry relies on.  This is a challenging and technical field.  Upon successful completion of this program, along with the required work experience, students will receive the first of four levels towards their Red Seal certification.

Application - Youth Train in Trades 2025-26 (PDF)

Program Details

• 24 weeks full-time: February - July
• all classes are at KPU Cloverdale campus
• students must be able to commute to KPU, having a drivers license is recommended
• receive 20 grade 12 credits (5 courses)
• earn level 1 technical training with SkilledTradesBC (Millwright)