Millwright Journeyman

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•Bowden, LA

About The Position

The Millwright Journeyman is a Level III journeyman role for a seasoned craft worker, typically with five or more years of documented field experience. The worker installs machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings. Journeymen are expected to interpret instructions and documents and plan and perform work activities. They handle intricate work, troubleshoot minor issues, and informally support and mentor lower-level workers. The role may require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in the field or a related area. Work is performed under immediate supervision and typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Brown & Root Industrial Services describes its benefits as including a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, a flexible spending account, disability coverage, paid time off, a flexible work schedule, and professional training and development.

Requirements

Typically five or more years of documented field experience in the chosen craft discipline.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in the field or a related area.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
Use logical, step-by-step procedures in work.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Compare and distinguish the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Perform a variety of duties that may change often.
Operate machinery.
Work at heights without fear.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Knowledge of optical and laser alignments.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, layout plans, vendor installation and operation manuals, and other schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
Dismantle machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
Assemble and install equipment, such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails, using cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
Construct machine foundations using hand tools and materials such as wood, cement, and steel.
Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
Use knowledge of optical and laser alignment.
Assemble machines and fasten them to foundations or other structures by bolting, welding, riveting, or other means, using hand and power tools.
May operate an engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.
May install robots and modify their programs using a teach pendant.
May use a transit and level for equipment setting.
Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Perform lubricating maintenance, cleaning, or repairs on tools, machines, and equipment.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules; perform other duties as required.