Maintenance/Millwright Apprentice

Millwright Apprentice

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Millwright Apprentice that will be responsible for learning while assisting journeymen millwrights in dismantling, erecting, assembling, aligning, adjusting, and/or maintaining machinery and equipment according to installation manuals, work instructions, layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Measure, cut, and install using hand tools and ladders
Dismantle machines using hand tools
Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks
Assemble and install equipment (such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails) using hand and power tools
Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rulers, lasers, micrometers, and plumb bobs
Assemble machines with bolts, welds, and rivets, and fasten them to foundation using hand tools and power tools
Operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications
Set, level, and align all classes and types of engines, motors, dynamos, generators, conveyors, elevators, monorails, train rails, and/or trolley beams or rails
Grease and lubricate all types of equipment
Clean, repair, and adjust all classes and types of jacks, chainfalls, pull-lift, block and tackles, impact wrenches, chipping hammers, rivet guns, air drills, and specialized hydraulic and electric precision torque/tension equipment
Operate cranes, forklifts, hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, power tools, and other materials
Receive and offload all major components
Install loose components for nacelle, hub, and tower preparation
Connect blades to hub
Set base and tower sections
Handle taglines
Assist with main erection crane assembly and teardown
Climb ladders - average 80m
Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Enrolled in Apprentice Aptitude Program
• Current driver's license
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, assembly/disassembly, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; strong teamwork orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.
Please make note:

~ Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
Other Items to Note

~ Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.