Millwright Superintendent

Handling Systems & Conveyors•Fort Worth, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Millwright Installation Superintendent oversees and manages the installation, alignment, maintenance, and commissioning of industrial machinery and equipment at job sites. The role ensures work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable standards and specifications. This is a hands-on working superintendent position that leads millwright crews, coordinates with project stakeholders, and promotes quality and productivity. The superintendent must be willing to travel. The work takes place at industrial construction sites, manufacturing plants, and in heavy-equipment environments. It may involve exposure to machinery, tools, and potentially hazardous conditions, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures. The position may require extended hours in response to project demands and work in varying environmental conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
8–10+ years of millwright experience, including leadership or supervisory roles.
Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems, industrial equipment installation, and precision alignment.
Strong understanding of rigging practices, cranes, and lifting procedures.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
Proven leadership and team-management skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Ability to work in physically demanding industrial environments.
Willingness to travel and work extended hours as required by project demands.
Ability to lift and carry heavy materials weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Ability to stand, climb, bend, and work at heights or in confined spaces.
Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and noise.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school certification.
Extensive knowledge of structural steel erection, connecting, rigging, welding, reinforcing steel, and miscellaneous metals installation.
Journeyman Millwright certification.
OSHA 30 or higher certification.
Experience in manufacturing, energy, construction, or heavy industrial projects.
Familiarity with laser alignment tools, vibration analysis, and precision measurement instruments.
Experience with large-scale installations and shutdown projects.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate millwright crews installing, maintaining, and relocating industrial machinery and equipment.
Plan and execute installation sequences, including rigging, alignment, precision measurement, and mechanical assembly.
Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate installation.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to meet project goals.
Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to meet project timelines and deliverables.
Oversee rigging operations, including lifts, hoisting, and crane coordination.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards, including OSHA requirements.
Conduct job-site safety meetings and inspections, and enforce safe work practices.
Identify and resolve installation issues, mechanical problems, and project challenges in real time.
Monitor project progress and provide status reports to management.
Maintain quality-control standards throughout installation.
Manage subcontractors and vendors as needed.
Participate in commissioning and startup of installed equipment.