Millwright

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; Sagola Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation in Sagola, MI is seeking a senior Millwright to perform skilled preventive and predictive maintenance safely with minimal supervision. The role emphasizes complex repairs and the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Applicants should have 2–5 years of maintenance experience, strong reading of blueprints, safety discipline, and the ability to work at heights and lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Reading safety and environmental rules
• 2–5 years general maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals
• Confined spaces awareness and safety
• Strong lubrication system knowledge
• Solid math and mechanical aptitude
• Strong fabrication skills
• Team communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform complex preventative and predictive maintenance
• Conduct complex equipment repairs
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Maintain pumps, fans, bearings, and conveyance systems
• Adhere to safety, quality and environmental regulations
• Provide crew coverage as assigned

Skills

Safety rules

Maintenance skills

Read blueprints

Teamwork

Physical strength

Hydraulic/pneumatic

Cranes operation

Education

High school diploma

Industrial/mechanics training

Tools

Cranes

Electrical hoist

Welding equipment

Hydraulic tools

Power transmission

Job description

Job Description Millwright Req Id: 12379 Job Location: Sagola Posting Start Date: 10/7/26 Work Environment: Onsite Job Description:

Job Purpose

To perform skilled preventative and predictive maintenance as a senior level millwright working safely under minimum supervision.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform all duties in accordance with safety, quality and environmental rules and regulations
• Perform complex preventative and predictive maintenance functions
• Perform complex equipment repairs
• Install, maintain and trouble shoot power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Install, maintain and trouble shoot pumps, fans, bearings and conveyance systems
• Perform other duties as necessary
• Coverage for crew Millwright as assigned

What do I need to be successful?

Skills, knowledge, abilities:

• Ability to read and understand all safety and environmental rules and regulations
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment, tools and techniques
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of safe operation of cranes, platform trucks, electrical hoist, cutting and welding tools
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and written repairs manuals.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to work safely in a variety of temperatures with the physical ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated mathematical and mechanical ability
• Strong fabrication skills
• Working knowledge of lubrication systems and techniques.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment

Computer Skills - Microsoft Office Suite

Experience:

• 2-5 years general maintenance experience preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• 2 years training in industrial arts, vocational / technical school mechanics program

Work Environment

• Mill environment subject to weather extremes, noise, dust and exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Frequent lifting, bending, squatting and stooping

Competencies

Accountability Adaptability Collaboration/Teamwork Job Knowledge/Proficiency (Have a Bias for Action, Be Curious) Passion for Results Safety/Environmental (Be Safe)

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We’re building WELL-BEING by prioritizing safety, health, and wellness every day with:

• An award-winning safety program
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ABOUT LP

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