Industrial Millwright

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Millwright

Job Description

The industrial millwright is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and improvement of manufacturing and material handling equipment. This role ensures that conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and other mechanical systems operate safely and efficiently to support continuous production operations. The position is ideal for a highly skilled mechanical technician with hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, precision alignment, welding, fabrication, and equipment repair.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing and material handling equipment, including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and related mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot conveyor breakdowns and other mechanical failures to minimize downtime and maintain safe, efficient operations.
• Replace worn components such as bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, and rollers to restore equipment performance and reliability.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance inspections on production and material handling equipment and document findings and actions taken.
• Respond promptly to emergency service calls and unexpected equipment failures, providing effective and timely repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to plan and execute installations, repairs, and modifications accurately.
• Perform fabrication and welding tasks as needed to repair or modify equipment and support improvements to production systems.
• Use precision measuring and alignment tools to ensure proper installation and alignment of rotating and mechanical components.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures.
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete maintenance tasks, coordinate with production, and support overall plant operations.
• Work from heights when required to access equipment and perform maintenance or installation tasks safely.
• Travel extensively to various facilities as needed to support projects, installations, and ongoing maintenance work.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and power transmission equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining conveyors and material handling systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience using precision measuring and alignment tools.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work from heights when required.
• Comfort with extensive travel to various work sites.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in welding and fabrication for equipment repair and modification.
• Industrial maintenance within manufacturing or plant environments.
• Ability to conduct detailed preventive maintenance inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with material handling equipment and production facility operations.
• Strong attention to safety and adherence to established maintenance procedures.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers substantial overtime potential, with the possibility of up to 20 hours of overtime each week, providing enhanced earning potential. Team members receive double-time pay on Sundays, recognizing the extra commitment and effort. The role is designed as a long-term opportunity with a growing organization, allowing you to build a stable career and remain with the same employer rather than moving from project to project. You can expect ongoing work, consistent schedules, and the chance to develop your skills and experience over time in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily within plant and manufacturing facilities, focusing on industrial equipment and material handling systems. When traveling, the typical schedule is 10 days on and 4 days off on first shift, generally from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. When working locally within approximately a two-hour radius, the schedule follows a normal first-shift pattern from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work may involve accessing equipment at heights and moving throughout active production areas, with a strong emphasis on safety and proper use of tools and equipment. The setting is industrial and hands-on, with regular interaction with conveyors, mechanical systems, and maintenance tools.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bardstown, KY.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Bardstown,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.