Millwright

Job Type: Full-time | Location: Childress, Texas

We are currently looking for Millwrights to install, assemble, dismantle, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery to specifications. Millwrights use precision tools and processes to ensure that the machinery is installed and working correctly.

We are currently looking for Millwrights to install, assemble, dismantle, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery to specifications. Millwrights use precision tools and processes to ensure that the machinery is installed and working correctly.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with industry-specific and highly complex precision machines, including but not limited to: exhaust fans, generators, hydraulic systems, pumps, gears, bearings, compressors, etc.
  • Plan, inspect, verify, and document the scope of work.
  • Use precision leveling and alignment tools to measure angles, material thickness, and small distances with calipers, squares, micrometers, optical instruments, and other tools.
  • Fit bearings, align gears and wheels, attach motors, and connect belts according to manufacturer’s blueprints and drawings.
  • Dismantle machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
  • Assemble and install equipment such as shafting, exhaust fan blades, and pump systems.
  • Assemble machines and bolt, weld, rivet, and fasten machinery to foundations or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
  • Operate engine lathes, grinders, and files.
  • May construct foundations for machinery.
  • Fabricate and install parts, equipment, and machinery by measuring, cutting, drilling, and/or welding.
  • Unload, inspect, move, and set equipment into position using cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
  • Use rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls, and come-alongs to move equipment/materials into place.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.
  • Follow direction from the supervisor.
  • Must be willing to perform other duties as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include:

  • Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance history experience.
  • Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and layout tools such as lasers, ultrasonic measuring and alignment tools, plumb bobs, cutting torches, welding machines, hydraulic torch wrenches, hydraulic stud tensioners, soldering guns, and metalworking equipment, including lathes and grinding machines.
  • Knowledge of industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Understand load properties of cables, ropes, hoists, and chains.
  • Demonstrated ability to use certified hand signals.
  • Organization and time management.
  • Good problem-solving abilities.
  • Good aptitude and manual dexterity
  • Knowledge of math concepts, geometry, and layout.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead others and provide detailed instructions.
  • Good reading comprehension.
  • Ability to work with others – team player.
  • Ability to work independently – minimal supervision.
  • Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.
  • Commitment to IREN family rules and safety rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements

  • Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting.
  • Will talk and hear to communicate.
  • Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.
  • May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
  • Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work off platforms.
  • Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
  • Must be capable of working outside in the elements, including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind; and must be able to work for long periods, up to 12 hours a day.
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and steel-toe boots.

Qualification

  • Must have experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance.
  • Must know how to read blueprints, schematic drawings, and engineering specifications, and understand how to read and interpret technical manuals to determine work procedures.
  • Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
  • Must have all Journeyman Precision Millwright hand tools.
  • Minimum 4-5 years of industrial construction/maintenance experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of Millwright experience.
  • Must have reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • National Center for Construction Education and Research’s (NCCER) Certification for Journeyman Industrial Millwright.

Company Benefits include:

  • Health Insurance
  • 401K
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision care

IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates under consideration.

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