Millwrights are skilled mechanics specializing in working with machined or fabricated metal, focusing on the teardown and rebuilding of power generation turbines and generators at power plants or industrial sites.
In Short
Skilled mechanics working with rotating equipment.
Focus on power generation turbines and generators.
Requires specific education and certifications.
Physical trade requiring heavy lifting and working in demanding environments.
Work can be indoors or outdoors, often at elevated levels.
Must be comfortable with safety harnesses and confined spaces.
Work schedules vary, often 10 or 12-hour shifts.
Travel to customer sites is required.
Experience with hand tools and precision measurement tools is essential.
Must operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
Requirements
10 years of hands-on experience preferred.
Education through trades schools or employer-sponsored programs.
Certification in rigging and crane operation.
Ability to lift over 50 lbs and work in tight spaces.
Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
Experience with power tools and heavy machinery.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
Must wear safety equipment as required.
Flexibility to work day or night shifts.
Travel to various locations across the US, PR, and the Dominican Republic.