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| Westervelt Lumber  Thomasville, AL | |||
| JOB OVERVIEW | |||
| JOB TITLE | Millwright I / II / III | ||
| JOB NO. / ID | 56409 / A56410 / A56411 | REVISION DATE | |
| JOB LOCATION | Thomasville, AL | ||
| GENERAL DESCRIPTION | Install, maintain, and repair mechanical components on all production plant equipment and associated machinery. | ||
| DIVISION / DEPARTMENT | Maintenance | ||
| SUBDIVISION | Mechanical | REPORTS TOÂ Â TITLE | Maintenance Supervisor |
| POSITION DETAILS | |||
| FULL-TIMEÂ | up to 48 | HOURS PER WEEK | |
| Â NONEXEMPT | |||
| DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION | • Install, maintain, and repair mechanical systems, equipment, and components on all plant production machinery and equipment, following technical manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.  • Observe mechanical equipment in operation to locate causes of trouble and develop plan for repairs.  • Adjust and align machinery and equipment using handtools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.  • Start and operate production equipment to test performance after repairs and alignment processes have been completed.  • Perform all mechanical preventative and predictive maintenance duties on associated mill equipment.  • Cut, weld, and perform fabrication work with different types of metals using various metal working processes.  • Assess required repairs for equipment failures and estimate time frames to complete.  • Identify mechanical and hydraulic problems and assist in making necessary repairs.  • Identify and change shafts, sprockets, bearings, chains, and belts as required to maintain production equipment in operation.  • Communicate directly and professionally with operators about how equipment is running to learn about any problems.  • Communicate effectively and professionally with the Planning and Scheduling Departments to ensure all required maintenance and repairs are completed as required.  • Submit work requests, order required parts and supplies, and close work orders to include actions taken, all parts used and man hours consumed.  • Comply with and participate in corporate wide safety programs, including but not limited to PPE and lock-out requirements. | ||
| WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS | • Three years of experience in millwright work or a two year Technical Degree in industrial maintenance or a related field.  • Sawmill experience preferred. | ||
| PHYSICAL  REQUIREMENTS | • Be able to stand, sit, walk, bend, or kneel for extended periods of time.  • Be able to lift at least 40 pounds.  • Be able to climb stairs or ladders.  • Be able to work from elevated positions using required safety gear and procedures. | ||
| EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS | • Two year Technical Degree in Industrial Maintenance or a related field.  • Experience may substitute for degree.  | ||
| ADDITIONAL COMMENTS | |||
| We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer |
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