Millwright

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Millwrights of all skill levels for projects located in Chesapeake, VA. This is a first and second shift opportunity with a pay rate up to $27/hr based on experience and skill level. If you are a Journeyman or Apprentice Millwright and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! 

Job Scope: 

• Disassembly and reassembly of motors, pumps, and generators up to 12,000 HP 13.2KW Voltage 
• Troubleshoot oil leaks, vibration problems, etc.
• Perform test runs on rebuilt motors 
• Miscellaneous mechanical tasks as needed 
• Service paper mills power plants water treatment plants etc
• Removal and re-installation of equipment serviced in shop: electric motors pumps gearboxes etc.
• Utilize basic rigging skills to safely move equipment on and off foundations and transportation means
• Precision alignment of rotating equipment using dial indicators and laser alignment equipment
• Performing mechanical diagnostics on operational equipment utilizing vibration analysis along with physical inspection and visual examination
• Working on existing equipment in customer facilities performing in place repairs and field maintenance
• Interfacing with end users / customers to assist in determining the cause of mechanical failures and to help produce proactive solutions to mechanical failures.
  

Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent 
• Minimum 5 years of hands on experience disassembling, troubleshooting, and reassembling motors, pumps, and generators 
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications 
• Must provide own tools
• Must pass a drug screen and background check 
• Minimum 2 years working in mechanical environments.
• Must be familiar with an industrial safety environment
• Knowledge of rigging practices is required
• Possess a positive team player attitude and overall motivation to succeed
• Must be able to meet physical requirements for position including but not limited to ability to be on feet for an extended period bend/stoop/kneel as needed use of both hands and ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds up and down multiple levels of industrial environments
• Must be a good communicator, have a positive attitude, able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete written reports for work done on customers sites is required
• High mechanical aptitude is required.
  

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan

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Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

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