MillWright

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, assemble, and test new machines and equipment; understand and follow blueprints and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal functionality.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Align and adjust moving parts to meet operational specifications and tolerances.
• Replace defective parts of machinery as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a vocational training or an apprenticeship as a millwright.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and other high-precision technical skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
• Experience in using various hand and power tools, welding equipment, and measurement tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow safety procedures diligently.

Work Environment:

• Industrial millwrights in Utah typically work in physically demanding and potentially hazardous environments.
• Workers may be required to stand for long periods, handle heavy objects, and work in uncomfortable positions.
• The job may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, and other occupational hazards, necessitating the use of protective gear.
• Flexibility with work hours, including evenings and weekends, and availability for emergency calls.

Career Path and Salary:

• Industrial millwrights have the potential for career advancement into supervisory roles or specialized technical positions.
• Continuing education and certifications can enhance job prospects and expertise in specific industrial technologies.
• Salaries for industrial millwrights in Utah vary depending on experience, industry, and the specific employer, but they generally offer competitive compensation reflective of the skill and risk involved.