Industrial Millwright & Rigging Specialist (Rotating Shifts)

Structural Mechanical Systems; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Structural Mechanical Systems in Portsmouth, VA, is seeking a skilled Millwright/Maintenance Technician to read blueprints and lay out, assemble, and align heavy machinery and structural steel assets. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and conduct precision alignment using laser and dial indicators, while welding foundations and piping as needed.

Experience in rigging, lifting multi-ton equipment, and strict OSHA safety practices is required;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; journeyman card or red seal preferred.
• 3–5+ years in industrial maintenance or millwright work.
• Proficient in reading mechanical blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and isometric piping drawings.
• Hands-on experience with laser alignment systems and dial indicators; SMAW/MIG welding and oxy-fuel torch operation.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, schematics, and engineering specs to lay out and assemble heavy machinery and structural steel.
• Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, vibration monitoring, and precision alignment on rotating assets.
• Diagnose mechanical failures in hydraulic/pneumatic systems and repair components.
• Operate cranes, hoists, and rigging gear to move multi-ton equipment safely.
• Weld, torch cut, and fabricate to construct or repair guards, frames, and piping systems.
• Perform precision shaft alignment, leveling, and soft-foot corrections.
• Adhere to OSHA, LOTO, hot work permits, confined space procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Log work orders and parts usage in CMMS.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Power transmission

Laser alignment

Dial indicators

Welding SMAW/MIG

Oxy-fuel cutting

Safety compliance

Isometric drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Millwright Card / Red Seal

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance Mechanics (preferred)

Tools

Laser alignment system

Dial indicators

Job description

Structural Mechanical Systems in Portsmouth, VA, is seeking a skilled Millwright/Maintenance Technician to read blueprints and lay out, assemble, and align heavy machinery and structural steel assets. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and conduct precision alignment using laser and dial indicators, while welding foundations and piping as needed.

Experience in rigging, lifting multi-ton equipment, and strict OSHA safety practices is required;