Millwright Maintenance - Weekend Shift

Job Title: Millwright Job Description

This Millwright position is responsible for installing, aligning, maintaining, repairing, and dismantling industrial machinery and equipment that support construction, shutdown, and maintenance projects. You will perform precision mechanical work on pumps, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, fans, turbines, and other rotating equipment while consistently upholding high standards of safety, quality, and productivity. You will collaborate closely with foremen, superintendents, crane operators, and other skilled trades to execute projects safely and efficiently.

Install, align, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial machinery and rotating equipment in construction and industrial environments.

Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals to plan and execute work accurately.

Perform precision alignment using laser alignment tools and dial indicators to ensure optimal performance of rotating equipment.

Install and maintain pumps, motors, compressors, fans, conveyors, agitators, gearboxes, bearings, and related mechanical equipment.

Perform bearing replacement, shaft alignment, coupling installation, and complete mechanical assembly and disassembly of equipment.

Dismantle and reassemble machinery during plant outages, shutdowns, and capital projects.

Assist with rigging and signaling operations for the safe installation, removal, and relocation of industrial equipment.

Perform equipment inspections, identify deficiencies, and document findings clearly and accurately.

Assist with field modifications, fabrication activities, and mechanical adjustments as required to meet project specifications.

Work closely with welders, pipefitters, ironworkers, electricians, and crane operators to coordinate work and maintain project schedules.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with site and company standards.

Participate in daily safety meetings and strictly comply with OSHA regulations and customer safety requirements.

Travel to various project sites and work overtime, weekends, and shutdown schedules as required by project demands.

At least 3 years of experience working as a mechanical installer or millwright in an industrial facility or construction job site.

Proven experience installing, removing, or decommissioning industrial equipment and machinery.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings accurately.

Hands-on experience with rotating equipment, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on gearboxes, bearings, pumps, motors, conveyors, and related equipment.

Ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, levels, and other measurement equipment.

Experience with rigging operations for industrial machinery, including signaling and assisting with lifts.

Solid understanding of OSHA construction and industrial safety practices and requirements.

Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and reliable performance on industrial and construction projects.

Experience with duct installation, installation assembly, and mechanical installation in industrial environments.

Comfort using a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and hydraulic tools in field conditions.

Experience assisting with field modifications and basic fabrication activities.

NCCER Millwright or related craft certification (preferred).

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction safety training (preferred).

Qualified Rigger and Signal Person certification (preferred).

Forklift certification (preferred).

MSHA certification, if required for specific sites (preferred).

TWIC card, if required by customer facilities (preferred).

You will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of industrial projects and facilities, gaining exposure to complex equipment and industry-leading tools. The role offers consistent overtime opportunities, supporting strong earning potential while building your experience. You will collaborate with experienced trades professionals and work with high-quality equipment and customers, contributing to projects that are critical to industrial operations.

This is a field-based industrial and construction environment working around heavy machinery, rotating equipment, and active job sites. The typical schedule is approximately 11-hour shifts, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. with some Saturday work as project needs require. Work may involve plant shutdowns, outages, and capital projects, which can include extended hours and varying site conditions. You will regularly use hand tools, power tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments, and you will work in close coordination with other skilled trades and crane operations. The role requires adherence to all site safety rules, use of appropriate personal protective equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.

This is a Contract position based out of Clarksville, TN.

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.

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 Contract position based out of Clarksville, TN.

Application Deadline

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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.