Regional Traveling Millwright
About The Position
The Regional Traveling Millwright/Industrial Mechanic installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and improves industrial machinery throughout Rex Lumber’s manufacturing facilities. Assignments may include additional locations as business needs evolve. Travel is based on planned maintenance, improvement projects, equipment installations, shutdowns, and emergency repairs. The company provides mileage, lodging, and meals for approved travel assignments. This flexible, full-time position is based in Graceville, Florida, and supports facilities in Graceville and Bristol, Florida; Troy and Dothan, Alabama; Brookhaven, Mississippi; and other locations as assigned. Schedules vary by facility and project and may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Team members are expected to follow OSHA and company safety procedures, use Lockout/Tryout procedures and required PPE, inspect equipment before use, report unsafe conditions, and work safely around industrial machinery.
Requirements
- Experience troubleshooting industrial machinery.
- Basic welding and fabrication experience.
- Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read blueprints and maintenance manuals.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to safely work around heavy industrial equipment.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible schedules.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum of two years of industrial maintenance or millwright experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of industrial maintenance or millwright experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on sawmill equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.
- Install new machinery and production equipment.
- Perform precision alignments, bearing replacements, conveyor repairs, and equipment rebuilds.
- Perform welding and light fabrication.
- Read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Install and replace motors, gearboxes, shafts, conveyors, and production equipment.
- Assist with mill shutdowns and improvement projects.
- Inspect machinery to identify potential failures before they occur.
- Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to minimize downtime.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned.
- Follow OSHA and company safety procedures, Lockout/Tryout procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Inspect equipment before use and report unsafe conditions immediately.
- Travel to Rex Lumber manufacturing facilities and other locations as assigned.
Benefits
- Company-paid mileage, lodging, and meals for approved travel assignments.
- Medical insurance with prescription drug coverage.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Telemedicine.
- Life and accidental death insurance.
- Paid vacation.
- Seven paid holidays.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Employee referral program.
- Safety incentive program.
- Wellness incentives.
- Employee recognition programs.
- Accident and critical illness insurance.
- On-the-job training.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Potential for additional paid time off.
- Boot purchase assistance.
- Conditional tuition assistance.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Competitive pay based on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
