Millwright Apprentice – Hands-On Maintenance Path

Domtar Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar Corporation's Nekoosa, Wisconsin facility is seeking a Millwright Apprentice to join our maintenance team in a full-time permanent role. You will learn to read blueprints, assist in mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance and installation of mill machinery and related equipment.

You will work under journeymen, perform safety‑focused duties, and develop skills across power generation support systems while meeting overtime and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Apprentices must have an Industrial Mechanical Technician associate degree or equivalent core education (post high school algebra, physics, drafting, hydraulics).
• Must pass respirator fit test and be clean shaven at the sealing surface.
• Hold a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
• Must meet defined test standards and have a good safety and attendance record.
• Must bend, stoop, reach, climb and work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must work safely around moving machinery and hazardous materials.
• Must read blueprints and schematic diagrams and operate power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to employer safety practices and procedures.
• Assist in reading and interpreting instructions, documentation, and plan safe work activities accordingly.
• Assist journeyman with mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and installation of mill machinery and related equipment.
• Aid with locating, determining, and repairing malfunctions of mill machinery and plant support systems.
• Maintain power generating equipment as required and assist other crafts when working together on a job.
• Work in conjunction with other crews and lead persons.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Industrial mechanics

Hydraulics

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Education

Industrial Mechanical Technician degree

Equivalent post-high school education (math/physics/drafting/hydraulics)

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Domtar Corporation's Nekoosa, Wisconsin facility is seeking a Millwright Apprentice to join our maintenance team in a full-time permanent role. You will learn to read blueprints, assist in mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance and installation of mill machinery and related equipment.

You will work under journeymen, perform safety‑focused duties, and develop skills across power generation support systems while meeting overtime and safety requirements.