Industrial Equipment Install & Rigging Trainee (Millwright Path)

Job Description

Job Description

Industrial Equipment Install & Rigging Trainee (Millwright Path) Ready to turn mechanical know‑how into a millwright career?

If you like building, fixing, and figuring out how machines fit together, WK Industrial Services Corp. wants to meet you. We partner with manufacturers and heavy‑industrial clients nationwide to install, move, and maintain critical equipment—safely and with precision.

Why this role?

• Work alongside expert millwrights and learn on the job
• Hands‑on exposure to installation, alignment, rigging, and maintenance
• Clear path to becoming a fully trained millwright

What you’ll do

• Support installation and precision alignment of conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and automated systems
• Measure, cut, drill, and prep materials; route/install shafts, bearings, belts, and chains
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and help with preventive maintenance (lubrication, cleaning, part swaps)
• Assist with equipment tear‑downs, rebuilds, and repairs under senior guidance
• Learn rigging and equipment handling using cranes, forklifts, hoists, and proper load‑balancing techniques
• Read and interpret blueprints/layouts; verify dimensions and tolerances
• Follow OSHA, company, and customer safety protocols; wear PPE; participate in safety meetings and LOTO
• Care for hand/power tools and precision instruments (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators); record daily hours and tasks; keep the site organized

What it takes to succeed Must‑haves

• Mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn the millwright trade
• 3 years of experience in mechanical, construction, industrial, or related work
• Comfort with basic hand and power tools
• Willingness to travel and work overtime/weekends as needed
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Nice‑to‑haves

• Enrollment in or completion of a millwright/industrial maintenance/mechanical trade program
• Intro knowledge of industrial equipment, hydraulics, or mechanical systems
• OSHA 10 certification
• Background in manufacturing or industrial construction

Traits we value

• Dependability and a safety‑first attitude
• Teamwork and clear communication
• Ability to follow directions and ask good questions
• Mechanical reasoning and problem‑solving
• Drive to advance in the skilled trades

Physical realities of the job

• Lift 50–75 lbs routinely
• Stand, climb, kneel, bend; work in confined spaces and at heights
• Operate in industrial environments with noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery
• Work in diverse weather and site conditions

Compensation & Benefits

• Benefits may include:

Preferred proficiency

• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)

Equal opportunity & workplace standards

**WK Industrial Services Corporation **is committed to providing a safe & drug-free work environment. We thank you for applying. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

WK Industrial Services Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.