Mechanical Maintenance Tech — Millwright (12h Shifts)

West Fraser; Guntown (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

Competitive starting pay

On-the-job training

Promotes from within

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

West Fraser is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Millwright) to inspect, diagnose, and repair machinery in a 24/7 plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, read blueprints, and coordinate small projects while ensuring safe, cost-efficient operations.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts with a team. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in industrial manufacturing, a maintenance diploma or millwright certification, and a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in an industrial manufacturing setting is required.
• Maintenance Technician diploma or Certified Industrial Maintenance Millwright.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote plant safety and follow BMPs.
• Write purchase requisitions and work orders in CMMS.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Read blueprints and schematics to diagnose issues.
• Repair, install, and align machinery and components.
• Operate measurement tools to ensure dimensional accuracy.

Skills

3-5 years experience

Independent work

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Strong communication

Education

Maintenance Technician diploma

Certified Industrial Maintenance Millwright

Job description

West Fraser is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Millwright) to inspect, diagnose, and repair machinery in a 24/7 plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, read blueprints, and coordinate small projects while ensuring safe, cost-efficient operations.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts with a team. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in industrial manufacturing, a maintenance diploma or millwright certification, and a