Millwright

Millwright Mechanic

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery with a strong emphasis on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical components, and fabrication work. You will use your technical expertise to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently by reading and interpreting blueprints, performing preventative maintenance, and responding quickly to mechanical issues in a demanding production environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Recognize, remove, and replace sprockets, bearings, roller chains, and related mechanical components.
• Read and understand equipment drawings and blueprints to plan and execute repairs and installations.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance duties to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Cut, weld, and perform fabrication work using different types of steel to repair or modify equipment.
• Assess machinery and hydraulic problems and complete repairs in a timely and safe manner.
• Determine shaft sizes, take accurate measurements, and build shafts for replacement as needed.
• Adhere strictly to an absolute lock-out policy by ensuring power sources are turned off, machines are locked out, and isolation is verified before work begins.
• Submit detailed work requests and complete work orders to document maintenance and repair activities.
• Work safely at heights and in physically demanding conditions while following all safety procedures.
• Perform job duties that require walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot pneumatic systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in industrial maintenance.
• Experience maintaining bearings, drives, roller chains, and similar mechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in recognizing and changing sprockets, bearings, and chains.
• Experience performing routine preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Ability to assess and repair machinery and hydraulic problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to determine shaft sizes, take precise measurements, and build replacement shafts.
• Strict adherence to lock-out/tag-out and other safety policies.
• Capability to complete and manage work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, sit, climb stairs, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort working at heights in a physically demanding environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding experience, including cutting and joining different types of steel.
• Fabrication experience for repairing or modifying equipment components.
• Familiarity with roller chains, bearings, and other rotating equipment components.
• Hands-on experience with industrial troubleshooting in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when measuring and building shafts or other components.
• Ability to follow detailed safety procedures and company policies.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts and in challenging environmental conditions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that actively supports your professional growth through a structured technician progression path and a sponsored apprenticeship program. The organization promotes a culture of continuous learning, offering five technician levels based on performance so you can develop your skills and advance your career over time. A comprehensive benefits package, including dental, vision, 401(k), health savings account, and workers' compensation coverage, supports your overall well-being. You will work in an environment that values internal development, encourages you to start where you are, and provides clear opportunities to grow your career.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate-controlled industrial facility where conditions can be hot, dirty, and physically demanding. You will frequently work at heights and in areas that require climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs. The role operates on a 3rd shift schedule from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., requiring comfort with overnight work. You will use industrial tools and equipment for mechanical maintenance, welding, and fabrication while adhering to strict safety and lock-out procedures in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Barnesville, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Barnesville, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.