Industrial Millwright / Rigger

Position Summary Summit City Steel is a structural steel erection and crane service company with a growing industrial services division focused on equipment moving, setting, and machinery installation. We are looking for an experienced millwright and rigger to carry that work — moving, setting, leveling, and aligning production equipment in plants and on commercial projects. Our crane service division is in-house, so this person works alongside our own operators and equipment rather than waiting on an outside rental. The right candidate is a strong rigger first, a capable millwright second, and comfortable running the ground on their own picks. Core Responsibilities Equipment Moving & Setting Move, rig, and set production machinery — presses, CNC equipment, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, dust collectors, tanks, and process equipment Machinery moving using skates, rollers, air casters, gantries, hydraulic jacking and cribbing, forklifts, and toe jacks Disassemble, transport, and reassemble equipment for plant relocations and new installs Set, level, shim, and anchor equipment to tolerance; drill and set anchor bolts and epoxy anchors Grout baseplates and soleplates — non-shrink and epoxy grout Rigging & Crane Work Plan and execute rigging for machinery and heavy loads; select slings, shackles, spreader bars, and hardware; calculate load weights and centers of gravity Run the ground on crane picks — signaling, tag lines, load control, landing zone setup Develop rigging plans and lift sequences for confined plant environments and low-headroom work Precision Alignment & Mechanical Level and align equipment using precision levels, optical instruments, laser alignment, and dial indicators Shaft and coupling alignment; install bearings, couplings, drives, and shafting Basic hydraulic and pneumatic connections, piping, and mechanical tie-ins Troubleshoot and correct alignment, vibration, and fit-up issues during startup Welding & Fabrication Field welding on equipment, supports, framing, and mounting applications (stick and flux-core) Burn, cut, and fit as required for field modifications and repairs Fabricate and install equipment supports, platforms, catwalks, and mounting steel General Work from equipment drawings, foundation plans, and manufacturer installation specs Daily jobsite documentation and reporting through Procore Operate forklifts, telehandlers, scissor and boom lifts Maintain tools, rigging gear, and equipment; pull damaged gear out of service Support the erection crew on structural work as schedules require Safety Follow SC Steel, OSHA, and plant-specific safety requirements at all times — pre-task planning, rigging inspections, 100% tie-off Work within plant permit systems: lockout/tagout, hot work, confined space Participate in daily huddles and job hazard analyses Stop work and escape when conditions are unsafe Required Qualifications Journeyman millwright, or equivalent documented field experience in industrial equipment setting 5+ years of field experience moving, setting, and aligning industrial equipment Demonstrated rigging and signaling ability on crane-supported lifts Field welding experience; able to pass a weld test Able to read and work from equipment drawings, foundation plans, and installation manuals Comfortable working at heights and in active, operating industrial plants Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Able to travel and work overtime, nights, and weekends for shutdowns and outages Able to lift 50+ lbs, climb, and work in all weather conditions Preferred Qualifications NCCCO crane operator certification or documented crane operating experience NCCCO Rigger Level I/II and Signalperson certification Laser alignment experience Plant relocation, turnaround, or outage experience Conveyor, press, and production line installation experience Structural experience — setting and connecting iron, decking, reinforcing Welding certifications (AWS D1.1)

OSHA 30

Foreman Consideration This position can be filled at the foreman level for a candidate who brings the experience with them. Foreman hires come in with a company truck and foreman-level benefits. In addition to the qualifications above, a foreman candidate should have: Prior experience running a crew on industrial equipment installations Ability to plan the day’s work, sequence lifts, and direct a crew safely and productively Comfort dealing directly with GCs, plant managers, and equipment vendors on the job Experience managing daily reporting, manpower, and material coordination Candidates hired in as technicians have a clear path to foreman as they demonstrate the above. What We Offer Competitive hourly wage based on experience and certifications Overtime and per diem on travel work Health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan Company tools, PPE, and rigging gear provided In-house crane service — you work with our operators and our equipment A path to foreman for the right performer, or hire-in at foreman level with a company truck and foreman benefits for a candidate who already has the experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Summit City Steel