Jourenyman Millwright

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Superior Skilled Trades is seeking Journey Millwrights for an immediate start in Tacoma, WA!

LONG-TERM WORK, OVERTIME AVAILABLE, SHOP & TRAVEL WORK, HOTEL + PER DIEM FOR OVERNIGHT SHUTDOWNS!

PAY:

$32

•38/hour (based on experience)

PER DIEM

Hotel provided + $45/day for meals on overnight shutdowns

HOURS:

40-70 hours/week (shutdown schedules may include 7

• 10

• or 12-hour shifts)

SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday; shop hours are 7:00 AM

•3:30 PM with overtime as needed

START DATE

08/10/2026

DURATION:

Approximately 3 months

Journey Millwright Job Description:

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking experienced Journey Millwrights to work primarily out of a Tacoma shop while traveling as needed to support scheduled paper mill shutdowns throughout the region. This position involves industrial mechanical maintenance, precision equipment installation, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment in paper mills. Candidates must be comfortable working both in the shop and in field environments during shutdowns where extended work hours are common.

Responsibilities:

Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble industrial equipment including pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, rollers, agitators, and rotating equipment

Perform precision shaft and motor alignments using laser alignment systems and dial indicators

Remove and replace bearings, seals, couplings, belts, chains, shafts, and other mechanical components

Install new machinery and mechanical equipment according to specifications

Safely operate rigging equipment, chain falls, hoists, cranes, and forklifts to move heavy machinery

Troubleshoot mechanical failures and perform corrective repairs

Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, work orders, and equipment manuals

Assist with welding, cutting, and fabrication as needed

Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and fall protection procedures

Work closely with maintenance crews, electricians, welders, and supervisors to complete shutdowns safely and on schedule

Maintain clean, organized work areas and accurate maintenance documentation

Qualifications for

Journey Millwright:

5+ years of industrial millwright experience preferred

Previous paper mill shutdown experience strongly preferred

Experience performing precision laser and dial indicator alignments

Strong background in industrial mechanical maintenance and rotating equipment

Experience replacing bearings, seals, couplings, gearboxes, pumps, and conveyors

Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Experience with rigging, hoisting, and moving heavy industrial equipment

Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings

Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and LOTO procedures

Must be able to safely operate hand and power tools

Must be willing to travel for shutdown work as required

Physical Requirements:

Frequent standing, bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, and lifting

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Additional Requirements:

Must be eligible to work in the United States

Must have reliable transportation

Must be willing to travel for shutdown projects

Overnight travel includes hotel accommodations provided by the client plus $45/day meal per diem

Employees may ride in company vehicles for out-of-town shutdowns. Those choosing to drive personal vehicles will not receive mileage reimbursement.

Pre-employment 10-panel drug screen and background check are required

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