Millwright Apprentice

Mortenson; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,026 - 35,643; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Millwright Apprentice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, and installing equipment, as well as moving and assembling machinery using a range of hand and power tools. Candidates must be physically capable of lifting weights and operating specialized tools. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $22.02, while not offering visa sponsorship. This position provides a great opportunity for individuals looking to enter the field of construction.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Assistance needed for over 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and install using hand tools.
• Dismantle machines using hand tools.
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists and dollies.
• Assemble and install equipment with hand and power tools.
• Align machines and equipment using various tools.
• Clean, repair, and adjust all types of tools and equipment.

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking a Millwright Apprentice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, cut, and install using hand tools and ladders
• Dismantle machines using hand tools
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks
• Assembly and install equipment (such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails) using hand and power tools
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rulers, lasers, micrometers, and plumb bobs
• Assembly machines with bolts, welds, and rivets, and fasten them to foundation using hand tools and power tools
• May operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications
• Set, level, and align all classes and types of engines, motors, dynamos, generators, conveyors, elevators, monorails, train rails, and/or trolley beams or rails
• Grease and lubricate all types of equipment
• Clean, repair, and adjust all classes and types of jacks, chainfalls, pull-lift, block and tackles, impact wrenches, chipping hammers, rivet guns, air drills, and specialized hydraulic and electric precision torque/tension equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

The base pay range for this role is $22.02 per hour.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

OTHER ITEMS TO NOTE

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Info

• Job Identification 19464
• Job Category Millwrights
• Posting Date 08/13/2025, 04:28 PM
• Job Schedule Full time