Conveyor Millwright

Skillforce•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Skillforce is hiring an experienced Conveyor Millwright to perform mechanical installation, assembly, maintenance, repair, and alignment of conveyor systems. The ideal candidate is a skilled, hands-on millwright with a strong aptitude for working with tools and at least five years of experience installing and maintaining conveyor systems.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Millwright, must have experience with conveyor installation or maintenance
Strong hands-on mechanical skills and ability to work with tools
Experience installing, aligning, and troubleshooting conveyor systems
Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and blueprints
Knowledge of bearings, gearboxes, motors, belts, chains, pulleys, couplings, and conveyor drives
Experience with mechanical alignment and precision measurements
Ability to work at heights and in industrial/construction environments
Strong understanding of workplace safety practices
Reliable attendance and ability to work overtime as needed

Nice To Haves

Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred

Responsibilities

Install, assemble, maintain, repair, and modify conveyor systems and related mechanical equipment.
Perform conveyor installation, including frames, supports, rollers, pulleys, belts, drives, motors, gearboxes, and other components.
Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, equipment layouts, and installation specifications.
Perform mechanical layout, measurements, leveling, and equipment alignment.
Align conveyor components, shafts, pulleys, bearings, motors, gearboxes, and other rotating equipment.
Install and align bearings, couplings, sprockets, chains, belts, and drive systems.
Perform rigging, lifting, and positioning of heavy mechanical equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify causes of equipment failures.
Disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble mechanical components as needed.
Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring tools, and mechanical equipment safely and effectively.
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication as required.
Work closely with foremen, superintendents, electricians, and other trades to coordinate installation activities.