Average Salary for Industrial Mechanic in Ontario 2025

Industrial Mechanic Salaries in Ontario 2025

Industrial Mechanics (Millwrights) are among the highest-paid trades workers in Ontario. Here is a complete breakdown of salaries across the province.

Salary by Experience Level

LevelHourly RateAnnual SalaryApprentice (Year 1–2)$22–$28/hr$45,760–$58,240Apprentice (Year 3–4)$28–$35/hr$58,240–$72,800Journeyman (433A) — Entry$35–$42/hr$72,800–$87,360Journeyman — Experienced$42–$52/hr$87,360–$108,160Senior/Lead Millwright$52–$65/hr$108,160–$135,200Maintenance Supervisor$65–$80/hr$135,200–$166,400

Salary by City in Ontario

CityAverage Hourly RateToronto (GTA)$42–$55/hrBrampton / Mississauga$40–$52/hrHamilton / Burlington$38–$50/hrWindsor / Leamington$36–$48/hrLondon$36–$46/hrKitchener / Waterloo$38–$50/hrBarrie / Orillia$36–$46/hr

Salary by Industry

IndustryAverage RateAutomotive Manufacturing$45–$62/hrAerospace$48–$65/hrFood Processing$38–$52/hrChemical / Pharmaceutical$44–$60/hrMining$50–$70/hrGeneral Manufacturing$36–$50/hr

Benefits Package (Typical)

Most Millwright positions in Ontario include:

Extended health and dental benefits

Company pension or RRSP matching (3–5%)

Tool allowance ($500–$2,000/year)

Boot allowance ($200–$400/year)

Overtime pay (1.5x after 44 hours in Ontario)

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