Millwright I

Northwest Hardwoods•Mill Creek, WV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Team That Keeps the World Moving! At Northwest Hardwoods (NWH), you’ll play a critical role in keeping our sawmill and manufacturing operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently. As an experienced Millwright I, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing diesel-powered heavy equipment to troubleshooting mechanical issues and minimizing downtime, our mechanics help keep every part of the operation moving. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a visible contribution to a global operation by keeping the equipment and people behind our products running at their best. This position is all about safety, reliability, and attention to detail. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heavy equipment, and machinery to keep our operations running safely and efficiently. Your mechanical expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety will help minimize downtime and ensure our equipment is ready to support the production process and deliver high-quality lumber to our customers around the world. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Millwright who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys troubleshooting and solving mechanical challenges, and takes pride in keeping equipment operating at its best.

Requirements

Self-motivated, look for repair needs before breakdowns occur
Work unsupervised to safely complete a task or resolve any issues which may arise
Collaborate with maintenance team and Supervisor to improve overall Performance of location

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in lumber manufacturing/lumber yard is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Maintain, diagnose and repair mechanical and plumbing breakdowns
Perform preventative and routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems. This includes, but is not limited to: pumps, chains, rollers, bearings, gearboxes, compressors and other heavy equipment components
Use welding and cutting torches to repair broken parts and/or fabricate new structural equipment
Maintain accurate maintenance records
Read and understand schematics, technical blueprints and equipment manuals to properly complete repairs and locate mechanical defects
Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime
Work safely while following all company safety procedures
Assist with fabrication and other mechanical projects as needed
Operate equipment as needed
Perform duties in a timely and efficient manner
Maintain work area appearance and safety
Assist other team members as needed
Other duties as assigned