Job Title: Millwright

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Job Description:

The Millwright is responsible for the installation, alignment, maintenance, repair, and dismantling of industrial machinery and equipment supporting construction, shutdown, and maintenance projects. This position performs precision mechanical work involving pumps, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, fans, turbines, and other rotating equipment while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity. The Millwright works closely with Foremen, Superintendents, Crane Operators, and other craft personnel to execute projects safely and efficiently.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Install, align, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial machinery and rotating equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Perform precision alignment using laser alignment and dial indicators.
• Install and maintain pumps, motors, compressors, fans, conveyors, agitators, gearboxes, and related equipment.
• Perform bearing replacement, shaft alignment, coupling installation, and mechanical assembly.
• Dismantle and reassemble machinery during plant outages and capital projects.
• Assist with rigging and signaling operations for equipment installation and removal.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Perform equipment inspections and document deficiencies.
• Assist with field modifications and fabrication activities as required.
• Work closely with welders, pipefitters, ironworkers, electricians, and crane operators.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and comply with OSHA regulations and customer requirements.
• Travel and work overtime, weekends, and shutdown schedules as required.

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Desired Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred
  

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial mechanical or millwright experience preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment specifications.
• Experience with rotating equipment maintenance and installation.
• Working knowledge of laser alignment, dial indicators, and precision measurement tools.
• Familiarity with rigging practices and lifting procedures.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.

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Preferred Certifications

• NCCER Millwright Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction
• Qualified Rigger and Signal Person Certification
• Forklift Certification
• Aerial Lift Certification
• MSHA Certification (if applicable)
• TWIC Card (if required by customer sites)

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of rotating equipment and industrial maintenance practices.
• Ability to perform precision alignments and equipment installations.
• Knowledge of rigging and safe lifting procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to craftsmanship.
• Ability to work efficiently under schedule-driven conditions.

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Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, and climb for extended periods.
• Work from ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms.
• Work in confined spaces and varying weather conditions.
• Wear required PPE including hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and fall protection equipment.
• Ability to work ten- to twelve-hour shifts, weekends, and travel assignments.