Millwright Foreman

Job Title: Millwright Foreman

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Millwright Foreman with over 5 years of experience leading crews. The ideal candidate should possess a strong mechanical aptitude and have extensive industrial construction experience, with the capability to thrive in demanding environments. The role involves safely installing, moving, aligning, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment and machinery. Candidates must perform structural and mechanical welding to fabricate, modify, and repair industrial equipment, machine bases, and structural steel on site. Additionally, the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction crews effectively.
• Safely install, move, align, maintain, and repair industrial equipment and machinery.
• Perform structural and mechanical welding to fabricate, modify, and repair industrial equipment, machine bases, and structural steel.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings accurately.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience leading construction crews.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and industrial construction experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience with rigging, mechanical aptitude, forklift and crane operating.
• Skills in pulley, laser alignment, industrial maintenance, calibration, shafts, torch cutting, saws, MIG welding, stick welding, flux core welding, industrial equipment, and CAD drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

This is a 3-month contract-to-hire opportunity that includes a company vehicle once permanent. Employees have the potential for advancement to Lead or Foreman roles, evidenced by many placements transitioning to permanent and receiving promotions. The company boasts a high overall rating of 4.5/5 stars for work-life balance and job security. It is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the area, ensuring no chance of layoffs. Employees can opt into benefits while on contract, and after the 6-month period, they become eligible for comprehensive benefits, including company-paid medical coverage, financial security options, paid time off, career development programs, boot and clothing allowances, and referral bonuses.

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced and varies daily. Some days may involve working in climate-controlled plants, while other days may expose you to all weather elements on large construction sites.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $39.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.