Millwright Mechanic

Millwright Mechanic

This short-term contract role requires skilled millwright mechanics to support the installation, maintenance, and setup of equipment at a manufacturing facility in Clarksville, TN. You will perform hands-on mechanical work including disassembly, reassembly, fabrication, and general maintenance tasks to help bring a new section of the plant into operation.

Responsibilities:

• Disassemble equipment by turning wrenches, unbolting components, and safely removing parts.
• Reassemble machinery and components according to specifications and instructions.
• Perform basic mechanical maintenance, including changing oils and replacing belts.
• Fabricate parts as needed using basic fabrication tools and techniques.
• Assist with the installation and alignment of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical issues to help ensure equipment runs correctly.
• Follow all site safety procedures and use appropriate tools and equipment correctly.
• Collaborate with other contractors and technicians on-site to complete work efficiently within the project timeline.
• Work 10-12 hour shifts as scheduled to meet project and production requirements.

Essential Skills:

• Hands-on mechanical maintenance skills in an industrial or construction environment.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools for turning wrenches, unbolting, and assembling equipment.
• Experience disassembling and reassembling mechanical components.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for mechanical equipment and systems.
• Ability to perform basic fabrication tasks, such as modifying or fitting parts.
• Comfort working 10-12 hour shifts, including early morning or evening start times.
• Capability to work safely in an active industrial jobsite alongside multiple contractors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous millwright experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance, industrial maintenance, or fabrication is highly beneficial.
• Experience with installation of industrial equipment and machinery.
• Familiarity with construction or plant startup environments.

Why Work Here?

You will contribute directly to bringing a new manufacturing facility online, gaining valuable experience in a dynamic plant startup environment. This contract role offers the opportunity to work with a variety of contractors and technologies, build hands-on mechanical and fabrication skills, and demonstrate your abilities on a visible, fast-paced project.

Work Environment:

The role is based on-site at a new manufacturing plant in Clarksville, TN, where a new section of the facility is being brought into operation. The area is not temperature controlled, so conditions will vary with the weather. Multiple contractors and trades are working in the same space, creating a busy, active industrial environment. Shifts typically run from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM or start at 6:00 PM depending on the day, with 10-12 hour workdays. You will work around industrial equipment and machinery, using standard mechanical and fabrication tools while following all site safety requirements and wearing appropriate work attire and protective equipment suitable for a construction-style manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of LA VERGNE, TN.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 LA VERGNE, TN.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.