Millwright

FS System; Aledo (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) & Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

Gold Star FS is seeking a Millwright to construct and maintain grain storage systems, including bins and conveyors, at customer sites. You will install, service, and repair grain handling equipment, and perform welding and fabrications as needed while prioritizing safety and quality.

You’ll work within a team and communicate progress and issues to the Sales Manager. Candidate must travel to sites, read drawings, and use tools safely.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment required.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations and job sites, including overnight travel.
• Able to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and seasonal peaks as needed.
• Experience with grain handling equipment and construction practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with constructing and erecting new grain storage systems and bins.
• Install, service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair conveyors, augers, legs, unload systems, and related equipment.
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and torch work as required.
• Read layout plans, drawings, measurements, and installation instructions.
• Operate hand/tools and safety equipment following company policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Cutting torches

Job description

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The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Millwright

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

The Millwright is responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance, service, repair, and modification of grain storage and handling systems. This position works as part of a team to construct and maintain grain bins, conveyors, grain legs, towers, catwalks, unload systems, and related equipment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with the construction and erection of new grain bins and grain storage systems.
• Install, service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair grain handling equipment and systems, including conveyors, augers, grain legs, bucket elevators, unload systems, fans, motors, gearboxes, and related equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs, equipment adjustments, welding, cutting, fabrication, and torch work as needed.
• Read and follow layout plans, drawings, measurements, equipment specifications, and installation instructions.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, lifts, and other equipment.
• Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and staging materials at job sites.
• Communicate project progress, equipment issues, material needs, and safety concerns to the Sales Manager.
• Provide professional and courteous service when working at customer locations.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and EHS procedures.
• Properly use required PPE and fall-protection equipment.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain accurate work orders, service records, project documentation, and other required paperwork.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and assigned property in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Participate in required company meetings, safety training, equipment training, and professional development.
• Maintain current knowledge of grain handling equipment, construction practices, tools, and safety procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, employees, vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Represent Gold Star FS in a professional manner at customer locations and job sites.
• Previous agricultural, grain handling, construction, mechanical, welding, fabrication, or related experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment required.
• Ability to read and understand basic drawings, measurements, layouts, and installation instructions preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to travel to customer locations and job sites, including occasional overnight travel when necessary.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and seasonal hours as business needs require.
• Must be able to work safely in agricultural, construction, and outdoor environments and around grain dust, noise, moving equipment, and other job-site hazards.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights, including grain bins, legs, towers, catwalks, and other elevated areas.
• Must be able to work from lifts and platforms and in confined spaces when required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and working for extended periods.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

In addition to competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Benefits may include retirement, health and wellness, paid time off, supplemental or incidental coverage, and more.

Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

Nearest Major Market: Davenport
Nearest Secondary Market: Moline
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