Regional Traveling Millwright

Rex Lumber, LLC.•Graceville, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Traveling Millwright/Industrial Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving industrial machinery throughout Rex Lumber's manufacturing facilities, with assignments that may include additional locations as business needs evolve. This position travels between our facilities in: Graceville, FL; Bristol, FL; Troy, AL; Dothan, AL; Brookhaven, MS; and additional locations as assigned. Travel is based on planned maintenance, improvement projects, equipment installations, shutdowns, and emergency repairs. Rex Lumber provides company-paid mileage, lodging, and meals for all approved travel assignments. Because maintenance schedules vary by location, this position requires flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as operational needs dictate.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Minimum of two years of industrial maintenance or millwright experience preferred.
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.

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 all OSHA and company safety procedures.
Follow Lockout/Tryout procedures.
Wear required PPE.
Inspect equipment before use.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Work safely around industrial machinery and moving equipment.