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Union Electric Steel Corp - Valpo

Millwright

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$21.50 - $28/hr

Description Union Electric Steel Corporation is seeking a Millwright for our Valparaiso, IN manufacturing plant. This is an hourly position and applicants must be willing to work rotating shifts and ...

Integrity Trade Services

Millwright

Woodville, TX · On-site

$44/hr

Millwright - Up to $44/hr DOE! This position is a direct hire opportunity! Integrity Trade Services ... Install, align, rebuild, and commission new equipment, production lines, and plant modifications ...

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Woodville, TX · On-site

$91K/yr

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Millwright

Woodville, TX · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

**Millwright **- Up to $44/hr DOE! This position is a direct hire opportunity! Integrity Trade ... Install, align, rebuild, and commission new equipment, production lines, and plant modifications ...

Huntsman

Millwright Technician

Freeport, TX

$23 - $30.25/hr

: Millwright Technician Huntsman is seeking a Millwright Technician supporting the Performance ... Manufacturing plant environment. * Use of machinery and equipment, such as forklifts, to move ...

INEOS

Millwright

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$23 - $30.25/hr

Must be able to work in all areas of the plant and work with minimum supervision. Responsibilities ... NCCER millwright certification required. Skills/Competencies In-depth knowledge of construction ...

INEOS AMERICAS LLC

Millwright

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$61.99 - $84.03/hr

Job Title Millwright Department Maintenance Location Pasadena, TX Pay 53.04/hour Organizational ... Must be able to work in all areas of the plant and work with minimum supervision. Responsibilities ...

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Gateway Building Systems

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Jamestown, ND · On-site

$25 - $32.75/hr

Millwright duties and responsibilities A Millwright is well-versed in the equipment and technical ... Plant Managers, and Part Vendors, amongst others

Integrity Trade Services

Millwright

Woodville, TX · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

**Millwright**- Up to $44/hrDOE! This position is a direct hire opportunity! Integrity Trade Services ... Install, align, rebuild, and commission new equipment, production lines, and plant modifications ...

Huntsman Corporation

Millwright Technician

Freeport, TX · On-site

$23 - $30.25/hr

: Millwright Technician Huntsman is seeking a Millwright Technician supporting the Performance ... Manufacturing plant environment. * Use of machinery and equipment, such as forklifts, to move ...

Ineos

Millwright

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$23 - $30.25/hr

Must be able to work in all areas of the plant and work with minimum supervision. Responsibilities ... NCCER millwright certification required. Skills/Competencies In-depth knowledge of construction ...

JM Eagle

Millwright

Cameron Park, CA

$30 - $45/hr

... our plant. This role is essential in supporting continuous production, minimizing equipment ... Millwright certification or equivalent industrial maintenance training/apprenticeship * 3-5 years ...

JM Eagle

Millwright

Cameron Park, CA · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

... our plant. This role is essential in supporting continuous production, minimizing equipment ... Millwright certification or equivalent industrial maintenance training/apprenticeship * 3-5 years ...

Genesis Technical Staffing, Inc.

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$30 - $38/hr

... safe and efficient plant operations. This position requires a highly skilled maintenance ... Journeyman Millwright certification or equivalent industrial maintenance experience preferred.

Kinsley Power Systems

Millwright

Mcintosh, AL · On-site

$62 - $69/hr

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant millwright in the United States is $28.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a plant millwright?

Plant Millwrights are skilled tradespeople who install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial machinery and equipment in manufacturing plants and other industrial settings. Their work involves reading blueprints, assembling machine parts, aligning and calibrating equipment, and ensuring everything runs safely and efficiently. Millwrights play a crucial role in minimizing downtime and keeping production processes running smoothly. They often work with heavy machinery, use specialized tools, and may collaborate with engineers or other maintenance professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a plant millwright?

To thrive as a Plant Millwright, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and a background in industrial maintenance, often supported by a technical diploma or apprenticeship certification. Familiarity with tools such as welders, lathes, hoists, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork help millwrights excel in maintaining complex machinery. These competencies are crucial for minimizing downtime, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting efficient plant operations.

What are the most common challenges faced by plant millwrights during equipment installation and maintenance?

Plant Millwrights often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex machinery, working in tight or hazardous environments, and coordinating with other trades to minimize downtime. They must frequently adapt to sudden breakdowns or unexpected technical issues, requiring strong problem-solving skills and flexibility. Effective communication with engineers, electricians, and production staff is essential to ensure machinery is installed and maintained according to both safety standards and production schedules.

What is the difference between Plant Millwright vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectPlant MillwrightMaintenance Technician
CredentialsTrade certifications, technical diplomasTrade certifications, technical diplomas
Work EnvironmentFactories, plants, industrial settingsFactories, plants, industrial settings
Industry UsageManufacturing, processing plantsManufacturing, facilities maintenance

Plant Millwrights and Maintenance Technicians often work in similar industrial environments and share certifications. However, Plant Millwrights focus primarily on installing, aligning, and repairing heavy machinery and equipment, while Maintenance Technicians handle a broader range of maintenance tasks, including electrical, plumbing, and general repairs. Both roles are essential for plant operations, but their specific duties and focus areas differ.

Is a plant millwright in demand?

Plant millwrights are in demand due to their specialized skills in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery in manufacturing and processing plants. The job often requires technical training, certifications, and experience with tools and equipment, and employment prospects are generally strong in industries such as energy, food processing, and manufacturing.

What does a plant millwright do in a plant?

A plant millwright installs, maintains, and repairs machinery and equipment in industrial plants. They use tools like wrenches, hoists, and welding equipment, often working from technical manuals and blueprints. The role requires mechanical skills, safety awareness, and sometimes certifications in rigging or welding.

Where do plant millwrights make the most money?

Plant millwrights tend to earn higher wages in regions with a strong manufacturing or industrial sector, such as areas with large power plants, refineries, or heavy industry facilities. Factors like experience, certifications, and the complexity of machinery also influence earning potential, with those working overtime or in specialized environments often earning more.
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Millwright

Union Electric Steel Corp - Valpo

Valparaiso, IN • On-site

$21.50 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Inspect, repair, replace, install, adjust, and maintain all mechanical equipment in the plant.

  • Dismantle, clean, repair, replace, assemble, and lubricate mechanical equipment, and interpret drawings for maintenance and erection tasks.

  • Perform pipe maintenance work, operate power tools, and assist with rigging and scaffolding as needed.

Job description

Description

Union Electric Steel Corporation is seeking a Millwright for our Valparaiso, IN manufacturing plant. This is an hourly position and applicants must be willing to work rotating shifts and weekends, as required. Applicant must also be able to provide documentation of millwright status. The Millwright will inspect, repair, replace, and install as well as maintain all mechanical equipment in the facility.


Candidates must be capable of maintaining industrial equipment, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, layout, fabrication and welding, diagnosing machine failure, reading blueprints and diagrams, hydraulics and pneumatic and machining procedures as well as provide a valid Journeyman Millwright card/certificate or show equal skilled trade status.

This is an hourly position in a unionized setting and individuals must be willing to work all shifts and weekends, as required.


Primary Function:

To inspect, repair, replace, install, adjust, and maintain all mechanical equipment in the plant.


Tools and Equipment:

Drill press, power saw, chain fall, burning and welding equipment, portable power tools, miscellaneous hand tools, measuring devices, pipe threading, cutting and bending tools, etc.


Materials:

Some materials are: Plant mechanical equipment, repair parts, lubricants, hardware, packing, miscellaneous stores materials, etc.


Working Procedures:

1. Receives instructions covering the scheduled and emergency repair, installation, and inspection work to be done.

2. Inspects plant equipment for defects, such as misalignment, wear, insufficient lubrication, etc.

3. Determines the best way of making repairs to minimize interruption of production.

4. Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporarily continued operation will have no harmful effect.

5. Dismantles, cleans repairs, replaces, installs, maintains, assembles, and lubricates mechanical equipment.

6. Adjusts equipment for proper operating characteristics.

7. May make either temporary or permanent repairs.

8. Assembles and aligns gears, bearings, and shafts involving the application of press, sliding and running fits.

9. Performs pipe maintenance work, cuts, threads, bend and installs pipe on repair or installation work.

10. Sets up and operates power tools such as drill press, pipe-threading machine, power saw.

11. Responsible for Babbitt's and scrapes bearings as required.

12. Erects scaffolds and performs simple rigging as necessary.

13. Refers to and interprets drawings in the maintenance and erection of equipment an make rough sketches as directed.

14. Changes, sets up and adjusts equipment as required by current operating conditions.

15. Directs and assists in cleaning up area after repair or installation is completed.

16. Operates mobile equipment as needed.

17. Will be responsible to supervision for maintaining standard stock of maintenance supplies and equipment.

18. Perform burning or welding necessary for maintenance work.

19. May burn plugs as required.


The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Competitive Wage, Medical, Dental, Pension, 401k

Pre-employment physical, background check and drug screening for all new hires

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