Hydroelectric Millwright Apprentice: Precision & Safety

eaglecreekre; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Creek seeks a Millwright Apprentice/Helper to support teardown, inspection, and reassembly of turbine components to OEM tolerances. You will assist with precision measurements, alignments, and logs under supervision, while prioritizing safety and adherence to lift plans and site procedures.

Based at a mid-Atlantic facility with heavy travel (~80%), you will train under the Lead Millwright, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to project efficiency and safety across our hydropower

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of millwright experience; Journeyman Millwright certification or equivalent.
• Experience with rotating heavy equipment; hydroelectric or power generation experience preferred.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and alignment equipment.
• Current LOTO and confined space entry training; rigging certification preferred.
• Unwavering commitment to safety for yourself, your crew, and the public.
• Ability to follow instructions from the Lead Millwright with minimal supervision on standard tasks.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in millwright/mechanical trades preferred.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Teams) for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform teardown and reassembly of turbine runners, wicket gates, guide bearings, thrust bearings, packing glands, shaft seals, and generator components to OEM and engineering tolerances.
• Conduct precision measurements and alignments using micrometers, dial indicators, and laser alignment equipment; record and report all findings in overhaul logs.
• Rig, sling, and assist in directing crane lifts of heavy turbine and generator components in accordance with approved lift plans.
• Apply and comply with all LOTO, confined space entry, and site safety procedures; actively participate in pre-job briefs.
• Assist the Millwrights with work planning, parts staging, and tool preparation for upcoming tasks.
• Identify wear, damage, or out-of-tolerance conditions during inspection and report findings to the Lead Millwright promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work site; properly care for and store tools and equipment after each shift.
• Complete work order documentation, inspection forms, and measurement records accurately and on time.
• Adapt to changing work priorities and perform additional duties as directed by the Lead Millwright.
• Be proficient in use of company email and work order management systems.

Skills

Millwright experience

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical training in millwright or mechanical trades

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Eagle Creek seeks a Millwright Apprentice/Helper to support teardown, inspection, and reassembly of turbine components to OEM tolerances. You will assist with precision measurements, alignments, and logs under supervision, while prioritizing safety and adherence to lift plans and site procedures.

Based at a mid-Atlantic facility with heavy travel (~80%), you will train under the Lead Millwright, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to project efficiency and safety across our hydropower