Millwright

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Millwright Full Time Field Operations Sparks, NV, US Salary Range: $25.00 To $42.00 Hourly Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates based on experience! Position Summary: A Millwright is responsible for installing, repairing, and reassembling machinery in factories, construction sites and other industries. The millwright also moves and relocates machinery from site locations. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Installs and maintains machinery and equipment using hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts. Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, levels, lasers, and plumb bobs. Level/ establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit. Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment. Dismantle machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site, usually performing installation and maintenance work as part of team. Construct foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials such as wood, cement, grout and/ or steel. Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts, adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance and replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. Ensure assigned work is understood prior to commencing. Comply with standards and procedures of MEI’s Health and Safety Manual and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. Complete housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area daily and/or when required. Complete assigned work within given timeframe and according to specifications. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Complete required paperwork Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials. Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability. Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools. Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules. Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment. Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques. Install ground rigging for yarding lines, attaching chokers to logs and then to the lines. Align, level, and anchor machinery. Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools. Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment, ships, or theatrical sets. Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools. Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps. Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles. Controlling Machines and Processes — using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education): High School Diploma Minimum three (3) years Millwright experience or comparable field experience in the construction service industry Professional Skills: Use effective interpersonal skills to maintain positive environment and relationships. Contribute to the goals of the company. Be approachable, open-minded, and strong sense of responsibility; passionate about work. Able to physically perform the work. Advanced Position Requirements (Millwright 3, Lead Millwright 1, 2, 3) Advanced Position Requirements (Millwright 3, Lead Millwright 1, 2, 3): HS diploma or equivalent necessary; higher education preferred for advanced Millwright positions. Three to five years of millwright or directly relatable experience. Additional years’ experience preferred for advanced Millwright positions. Able to supervise the work of others and manage their time efficiently. Knowledge of employee life-cycle processes including hiring/firing, and employee relations or employment changes. Advanced use of or knowledge in jack skating, leveling tools, dollies, etc. Able to instruct, guide, and/or mentor others in safety protocol and standard rigging practices. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: This is very physical, hands-on work. A Millwright must be able to perform General Physical Activities — activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 50 pounds. Must have the ability to work off the ground at varying heights, and not be affected by moving machinery or parts. Willing and able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment and/or outdoors in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain. Additional Requirements: Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect. Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a Millwright and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary. 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