Millwright

Plain Dealing Lumber; Plain Dealing (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Plain Dealing Lumber, LLC in Plain Dealing, LA is seeking a skilled Millwright to install, maintain, and repair production equipment on site. You will work with conveyors, saws, motors, gearboxes and other machinery, performing preventive maintenance and quick repairs to minimize downtime.

You’ll read technical drawings, document work, follow safety policies, and collaborate with maintenance and production teams to keep operations reliable and safe.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills in maintenance and repair of industrial machinery.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems.
• Proficient use of power and hand tools for millwright tasks.
• Willingness to follow safety rules, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manuals.
• Prior experience in lumber manufacturing is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair conveyors, saws, motors, gearboxes, and production machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance and diagnostics to minimize downtime.
• Document all work and maintain maintenance records.
• Read drawings and schematics to align and balance equipment.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams and uphold safety practices.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Industrial maintenance certification

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Company Description

Plain Dealing Lumber, LLC is a modern lumber manufacturing operation located in Plain Dealing, Louisiana, focused on producing high-quality lumber and providing a workplace where team members can grow and succeed. The company is guided by core values of safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, integrity, and sustainability. These values shape everyday decisions, leadership approaches, customer service, and how each board is manufactured. Plain Dealing Lumber is committed to responsible forestry practices and supporting the communities where it operates. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, collaborate, and build excellence through safe and reliable operations.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Millwright role located in Plain Dealing, LA. The Millwright will install, maintain, and repair mechanical and industrial equipment used in lumber manufacturing, including conveyors, saws, motors, gearboxes, and other production machinery. Daily responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, completing repairs, and documenting all work to support safe and efficient operations. The role involves using hand and power tools, reading technical drawings or manuals, aligning and balancing equipment, and collaborating with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime. The Millwright will follow all safety policies, participate in continuous improvement activities, and support a culture of reliability, teamwork, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills in Maintenance & Repair of industrial machinery, including installation, alignment, and rebuilding of equipment.
• Experience with Preventive Maintenance programs, including inspection, lubrication, and scheduled servicing to reduce downtime.
• Ability to perform Troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems to quickly identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Proficient in safe use of Power Tools (e.g., grinders, drills, impact wrenches) and Hand Tools (e.g., wrenches, hammers, measuring instruments) for millwright tasks.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and willingness to follow all safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and schematics; basic computer skills for maintenance documentation are helpful.
• Prior experience as a millwright, maintenance technician, or in a heavy industrial or lumber manufacturing environment is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in industrial maintenance, millwright work, or a related field is beneficial.
• Capacity to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for long periods, lifting moderate weights, and working in varying temperatures.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and reliability, with a commitment to continuous improvement and safe work practices.