PWL Millwright Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Millwright Helper

Location: Brookings, OR

Millwright Helper

Department: Maintenance – Pacific Wood Laminates
Compensation: $24.42-28.57 DOE per hour (After a probationary period, potential for shift differential)
Schedule: Swing or Graveyard Shift (Day shift for training) | 40–60 hours per week (Most weekends and some holidays)

Join our team at Pacific Wood Laminates as a Millwright Helper and gain hands-on experience working alongside skilled millwrights. In this role, you’ll learn to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment while supporting the safe and efficient operation of our plywood and LVL facilities. Ideal for mechanically minded individuals ready to grow their career in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This role is designed as a developmental position with the potential to transition into a Millwright Apprenticeship Program based on performance, skill progression, and business needs. If you’re serious about building a long-term career in maintenance and industrial trades, this is your opportunity to get started.

• Assist millwrights with mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial machinery.

• Help with the disassembly and reassembly of equipment during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.

• Support preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime and ensure safe operation.

• Accurately interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders to complete assigned tasks.

• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Strong commitment to safety and reliability.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new skills.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical diagrams.

• Must own or be willing to purchase essential millwright tools.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Previous mechanical or maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, or working around heavy machinery.

At PWL, we take pride in building a culture rooted in safety, teamwork, and long-term growth . Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we’re committed to providing hands-on training and opportunities to develop your skills within our organization.