Maintenance Millwright

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Job Overview

The Maintenance Millwright is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and alignment of industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. This role ensures equipment operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime in support of production and facility operations.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, dismantle, and relocate industrial machinery and equipment
• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and determine root causes
• Align, level, and balance machinery using precision tools
• Repair or replace bearings, gearboxes, shafts, couplings, pumps, conveyors, and hydraulic/pneumatic components
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and work orders
• Operate lifting and rigging equipment safely (hoists, cranes, forklifts, slings)
• Conduct inspections to identify wear, misalignment, or safety issues
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work documentation
• Collaborate with electricians, operators, engineers, and supervisors
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and regulatory requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyperson Millwright certification or equivalent experience
• Proven experience maintaining industrial or heavy mechanical equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read technical drawings and manuals
• Experience with precision measurement tools
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, and power transmission systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade certification (Red Seal or equivalent)
• Experience in manufacturing, mining, pulp & paper, steel, or heavy industry
• Welding, machining, or fabrication experience
• Experience with CMMS systems
• Vibration analysis or condition monitoring experience

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and move heavy components (with assistance or lifting devices)
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in industrial environments
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and on-call as required
• Ability to stand, kneel, climb, and work in varied environmental conditions

Safety and Compliance

• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Proper use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices

 

Hiring Range 

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $$38.82 - $40.41. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

 

Company Benefits 

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

 

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment 

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions.  We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.  

 

Company Information 

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 1