Millwright Apprentice

Millwright Apprentice

Job Description

This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment in a heavy industrial processing facility. You will work with conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and related systems while interpreting blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate assembly and alignment. The position requires regular use of welding and fabrication tools, operation of heavy equipment, and strict adherence to safety protocols in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial equipment such as conveyors, pumps, motors, and gearboxes.

• Interpret blueprints and specifications to assemble, align, and position equipment accurately.

• Operate heavy equipment including forklifts, lifts, and hoists in a safe and controlled manner.

• Use welding, sheet metal tools, and power tools to perform fabrication and repair tasks on industrial systems.

• Perform mechanical systems troubleshooting to identify issues and implement effective repairs.

• Carry out preventive maintenance activities to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset life.

• Work with piping systems, including plumbing and industrial piping, to support equipment installations and repairs.

• Use MIG and TIG welding techniques to join and repair metal components as required.

• Assist with installation and alignment of new equipment and machinery in an industrial setting.

• Follow all job-specific safety protocols and ensure compliance with site safety procedures.

• Collaborate with maintenance technicians and other trades as part of a larger on-site crew.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, especially in dirty and chemically exposed environments.

• Handle materials and equipment safely, including lifting and moving items up to 75 lbs.

• Support hydraulic system maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair as needed.

• Document work performed and communicate equipment issues or hazards to supervisors and team members.

Essential Skills

• Experience working with construction or industrial millwright tasks such as installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications for equipment assembly and alignment.

• Hands-on welding experience, including MIG welding, TIG welding, and general fabrication work.

• Proficiency using power tools, sheet metal tools, and other fabrication equipment.

• Mechanical troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving issues with conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and related systems.

• Familiarity with industrial maintenance practices, including preventive maintenance and repair activities.

• Basic knowledge of hydraulics and their application in industrial equipment.

• Comfort working in heavy industrial environments, including exposure to chemicals and dirty conditions.

• Ability to climb, work at heights, and navigate industrial structures safely.

• Capability to lift up to 75 lbs as part of daily tasks.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Commitment to following safety procedures and job-specific protocols at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial construction, maintenance technician work, or related trades.

• Experience working with piping and plumbing systems in an industrial setting.

• Previous exposure to industrial corn processing or similar heavy industrial environments.

• Ability to work effectively in small teams of 5–10 within a larger crew.

• Strong attention to detail when aligning, installing, and repairing equipment.

• Willingness to work different shifts as scheduled and adapt to changing work priorities.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team with a long-standing presence on site and a strong reputation for quality work and fair treatment of employees. The organization offers competitive pay, particularly attractive for those with low to mid-level experience, and provides year-round work that is not dependent on weather conditions. You can expect stable employment, consistent hours, and the opportunity to grow your skills in a large, established industrial operation.

Work Environment

This is a heavy industrial corn processing environment with exposure to corn slurry and other chemicals in the piping, making the work dirty at times. You will work on-site as part of a large crew of approximately 120 people, typically operating in smaller teams of 5–10. The role offers two primary shifts: 1st shift Monday–Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and 2nd shift Monday–Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The job requires the use of industrial tools and equipment, including forklifts, lifts, hoists, welding equipment, and power tools. The dress code includes steel-toe footwear, jeans, and a long-sleeve shirt to meet safety requirements and protect against environmental exposure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.