Mill Shop Assistant — Hands-On Training & Growth

MONTANA RECLAIMED LUMBER CO.; Gallatin Gateway (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Montana Reclaimed Lumber Co. is seeking a dedicated Mill Shop Assistant to join our Gallatin Gateway team. This full-time position focuses on reclaiming historic wood into flooring, siding, and millwork, with on-site training and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will operate woodworking equipment, organize materials, and support the shop workflow. No prior experience required; we train the right person and offer benefits and growth potential within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
• Comfortable using tools like Skil saws, chainsaws, and other shop equipment.
• Strong math and measuring skills—ability to calculate board feet, square footage, etc.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial woodworking machines such as a resaw, planer, and straight-line rip saw according to custom work orders.
• Perform basic upkeep on machines to ensure safety and reliability.
• Sort lumber by size, quality, and project needs.
• Move materials in and out of the mill using forklifts (we'll train you!).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workspace.
• Apprentice sharpening saw blades.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tool use (saws, shop equipment)

Math & measurement skills

Problem solving

Team player

Strong work ethic

Tools

Skil saws

Chainsaws

Job description

Montana Reclaimed Lumber Co. is seeking a dedicated Mill Shop Assistant to join our Gallatin Gateway team. This full-time position focuses on reclaiming historic wood into flooring, siding, and millwork, with on-site training and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will operate woodworking equipment, organize materials, and support the shop workflow. No prior experience required; we train the right person and offer benefits and growth potential within the company.