Millwright

Millwright – Skilled Industrial Maintenance Role

Keep the mill running. Build a skilled trades career that pays.

This role involves advanced mechanical and electrical maintenance work with a direct impact on mill performance. You'll work in a stable, year-round manufacturing environment with a clear path into senior maintenance and leadership roles.

Consistent full-time schedule:
Swing Shift, Wednesday–Saturday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM.

Compensation & Benefits

Wages

• $44.00–$48.00 per hour, depending on experience
• $1.50/hr swing shift differential
• $2.00/hr graveyard differential
• Overtime at time-and-a-half

Bonuses & Retirement

• $2,500+ referral bonuses
• Profit sharing up to 3%
• 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 6%, fully vested on day one

Healthcare & Insurance

• 80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• Life & disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and support services

Paid Time Off

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave

Additional Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Family scholarships
• Access to company-owned recreation lands
• Wellness rewards

Career Growth

This is not entry-level production work. It is a critical maintenance role responsible for keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently.

If you are mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and experienced in industrial maintenance, this employer will invest in your continued development.

Many maintenance leaders began in this role. Common advancement paths include:

• Senior Millwright
• Maintenance Lead
• Maintenance Supervisor
• Reliability / Continuous Improvement roles

What You'll Do

As a Millwright, you ensure mill equipment runs safely, reliably, and efficiently. Your work includes:

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime
• Maintain, install, repair, and improve mill machinery (conveyors, saws, kilns, de-barkers)
• Diagnose performance issues and implement corrective solutions

Technical Expertise

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints
• Perform welding and fabrication for equipment repair
• Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Work alongside electricians on electrical components
• Evaluate equipment efficiency and recommend improvements

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, parts inventory, and closing reports
• Communicate proactively with all departments
• Educate maintenance and operations teams on evolving programs

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze quality, safety, and production processes
• Recommend new approaches and best practices
• Partner with operators to improve efficiency and reliability
• Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs

Safety & Compliance

• Follow and model strict safety protocols
• Prioritize workplace safety above all else
• Work cross-functionally to maintain safe operations
• This is hands-on, technical work in a fast-paced industrial environment where your expertise directly impacts uptime, safety, and mill performance.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of industrial equipment maintenance experience
• Sawmill experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficient with mechanical systems: conveyors, saws, kilns, de-barkers
• Skilled in welding and fabrication
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Basic electrical understanding and electrical safety practices
• Strong mechanical problem-solving abilities

Work Style & Competencies

• Strong communication skills
• Highly self-motivated and able to work independently
• Collaborative, with willingness to mentor others
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible for non-standard hours when needed
• Strict adherence to safety protocols

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs., climb stairs/ladders, and move equipment

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Lift 50+ lbs., climb stairs and ladders
• Work safely around moving mechanical systems
• Comfortable in loud environments with airborne sawdust
• Work in indoor and outdoor temperatures
• Flexibility for non-standard hours during urgent maintenance needs