Millwright

Sims Metal; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal is seeking a skilled millwright to dismantle, move, and install machinery across sites. You will read blueprints, interpret schematics, and ensure safe, efficient equipment installation and relocation.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience with industrial equipment, a millwright certificate, strong math skills, and the ability to work well in a team. Travel to regional sites may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Completion of an accredited millwright certificate program.
• Proven experience with industrial and construction equipment repairs.
• Good communication skills and teamwork orientation.
• Strong attention to detail and mathematics skills.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for repair or transportation.
• Build the foundation for machines.
• Construct and install equipment such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails.
• Review and interpret engineering specifications, schematics, and blueprints to determine work procedures.
• Transfer equipment to the applicable site for maintenance to avoid contamination or safety hazards.
• Grind and file machinery parts.
• Supervise construction workers when using the equipment.
• Work with a range of hand tools including measuring tools, welding and brazing equipment.
• Determine which machines, techniques, and tools to use when moving equipment and completing jobs.
• Visit various construction sites.
• May travel to other sites within region to support business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial equipment repairs

Teamwork

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Millwright certificate program completion

Tools

Measuring tools

Welding equipment

Brazing equipment

Job description

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Pay rate: $35 to $40 per hour

Job Summary:

Responsible for dismantling machinery, transferring equipment, interpreting blueprints, and installing equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for repair or transportation.
• Build the foundation for machines.
• Construct and install equipment such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails.
• Review and interpret engineering specifications, schematics, and blueprints to determine work procedures.
• Transfer equipment to the applicable site for maintenance to avoid contamination or safety hazards.
• Grind and file machinery parts.
• Supervise construction workers when using the equipment.
• Work with a range of hand tools including measuring tools, welding and brazing equipment.
• Determine which machines, techniques, and tools to use when moving equipment and completing jobs.
• Visit various construction sites.
• May travel to other sites within region to support business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven experience with industrial and construction equipment repairs.
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a millwright or similar job.
• In-depth knowledge of construction equipment and machinery.
• Completion of an accredited millwright certificate program.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent mathematical skills.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must be a team player with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to make decisions, troubleshoot, and perform repairs with little to no supervision.
• In-depth knowledge of hydraulics, belt systems, motors, and other industrial machine mechanisms essential for job procedures.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential.

Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.