Millwright

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring skilled Journeyman Millwrights for projects located in and around Chesapeake, VA. This is a first shift opportunity with a pay rate of up to $27/hour based on experience & skill level.  If you are a 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 
• Troubleshoot oil leaks, vibration problems, etc. 
• Perform test runs on rebuilt motors 
• Miscellaneous mechanical tasks
• Work with and around radioactive materials 
• Troubleshoot oil leaks, vibration problems, etc.
• Perform incoming and outgoing test runs on motors
• Service paper mills, power plants, water treatment plants, etc.
• Removal & 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
• Use dial indicator & laser alignment equipment 
• Perform mechanical diagnostics on operational equipment utilizing vibration analysis with along with physical inspection and visual examination
• Work on existing equipment in customer facilities; perform in place repairs and field maintenance 
• Interface with end users/customers to assist in determining the cause of mechanical failures and to help produce proactive solutions to mechanical failures
• Other tasks as assigned

Requirements:

• 5+ Years of Experience in the trade
• 2+ Years working in a Mechanical Environment
• Must be familiar with an industrial Safety Environment 
• Knowledge of Rigging Practices 
• High Mechanical Aptitude 
• HS Diploma Degree or Equivalent 
• Drug Screen & Background Check
• Basic Electrical Skills & Knowledge Preferred 
• Must know how to safely operate a Forklift
• Must be familiar with the use of an overhead crane and basic rigging
• Must understand, use, & adherence of written work instruction
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications
• Must be willing to work OT as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Hand Tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have a clean driving record

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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