Millwright

simsmetalm•Chesapeake, VA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history. Position Summary The Welder/Fabricator plays a key role in supporting scrap yard operations by performing metal fabrication, repairing heavy equipment, maintaining yard infrastructure, and assisting with the processing of scrap materials. This role requires strong welding skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely in an industrial outdoor environment.

Requirements

Five or more years of industrial or heavy equipment maintenance experience, preferably in a scrap or shredder environment (A-Level Millwright).
Advanced troubleshooting and repair skills for rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, and shredder components (A-Level Millwright).
Strong welding, fabrication, rigging, and alignment capabilities with the ability to lead complex repairs (A-Level Millwright).
Two to four years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience (B-Level Millwright).
Ability to perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting with guidance when needed (B-Level Millwright).
Basic welding and fabrication skills with willingness to develop advanced competencies (B-Level Millwright).
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Experience using industrial tools, rigging equipment, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) preferred.
Lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials.
Stand or walk for extended periods.
Ability to climb, balance, crouch, and perform manual labor safely.
Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Millwright
AWS D1.1 weld certs
Rigger/Signalperson (NCCCO)
Confined Space Entry/Rescue
Forklift/Manlift
LOTO Authorized/Trainer
OSHA 10/30 training

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on shredders, conveyors, magnets, eddy currents, shears, balers, and other material-handling equipment.
Diagnose and repair mechanical issues including bearing replacement, gearbox repair, hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance, welding, fabrication, alignment, and rigging.
Conduct routine inspections of shredder systems and monitor wear components such as hammers, grates, and liners.
Assist operators with equipment startup, shutdown, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
Comply with all company safety policies, OSHA standards, and environmental regulations.
Participate in safety meetings, audits, and job hazard analyses.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout the facility, including proper use of PPE.
Inspect tools and equipment regularly to ensure safe operation.
Complete maintenance work orders, logs, and parts usage documentation accurately and timely.
Communicate equipment conditions, repair needs, and improvement opportunities to maintenance leadership.
Assist with maintaining parts inventory and recommending critical spare components.