Millwright / Facilities Technician

SF Metalworks; Colusa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

7 paid holidays

Benefits after 90 days

Job summary

SF Metalworks in Colusa, CA is seeking a skilled Millwright / Facilities Technician to keep our shop running and support its expansion. You’ll install, align, repair, and maintain production machinery while helping with facility upgrades.

This hands-on role requires reading blueprints, rigging, welding, and basic electrical/plumbing work, with a Monday-Thursday 5:00 AM–3:30 PM schedule and hourly compensation of $38–$50.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years in millwright, industrial maintenance, or heavy equipment installation in manufacturing/metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, level, dismantle, and reassemble industrial machinery and heavy equipment.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues.
• Rig, move, and position machinery using cranes, hoists, and other equipment.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify alignment and tolerances.
• Fabricate, weld, and machine replacement parts as needed.
• Maintain maintenance logs and work orders.
• Support shop improvements and utility installations.

Skills

Millwright experience

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding & machining

Blueprints & schematics

Rigging & precision alignment

Blueprints, manuals reading

Forklift/overhead crane cert.

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Millwright / Facilities Technician

SF Metalworks
Colusa, CA | Onsite | $38-$50 per hour

Keep the Shop Moving. Build What's Next.

At SF Metalworks, we're a growing architectural metal fabrication company, and we're looking for an experienced Millwright / Facilities Technician to help keep our shop running while we build it out for the future.

This is a hands-on, wide-ranging role. One day you may be installing and aligning production machinery, and the next you could be framing a wall, running compressed air, repairing equipment, or helping relocate machines. We're looking for someone who can assess what needs to be done, figure out the approach, and get the job done safely and effectively.

If you enjoy variety, solving problems, and working with both machinery and facilities, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

Machinery Installation & Maintenance

• Install, align, level, dismantle, and reassemble industrial machinery and heavy equipment.
• Maintain and improve preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues.
• Safely rig, move, and position machinery using cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify alignment and tolerances.
• Fabricate, weld, and machine replacement parts, guards, fixtures, and brackets as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and work orders.

Facility Improvements & Utilities

• Build and improve shop infrastructure, including walls, partitions, benches, racking, platforms, equipment pads, and work areas.
• Perform general building repairs and upkeep.
• Install and maintain compressed air lines and machine connections.
• Perform basic plumbing and electrical work supporting equipment and facility needs.
• Coordinate with licensed contractors and inspectors when required.
• Support installation and commissioning of the shop's solar and battery storage systems.

Cross-Functional Support

• Assist the fabrication team during heavy production periods.
• Support receiving, material handling, and shop organization.
• Monitor machining or finishing equipment while in operation.
• Pick up or deliver parts, materials, and equipment when needed.
• Adapt to changing priorities and help wherever the operation needs support.

What You Bring

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of millwright, industrial maintenance, or heavy equipment installation experience in a manufacturing, metalworking, or fabrication environment.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in welding, cutting, and basic machining.
• Experience with precision alignment and rigging.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• General construction skills, including framing, basic electrical, and basic plumbing.
• Forklift and overhead crane certification, or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred

• Millwright apprenticeship or technical training.
• Journeyman Millwright certification.
• Experience with three-phase power, motor controls, or VFDs.
• Experience maintaining CNC equipment.
• Solar PV or battery storage installation experience.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Rigging certification.
• Own hand tools.

Who Thrives Here

This role is for someone who:

• Enjoys variety and hands-on problem-solving.
• Can work independently while communicating effectively with the team.
• Takes pride in keeping equipment and facilities safe, functional, and organized.
• Is comfortable working around industrial machinery and changing priorities.
• Takes initiative and looks for practical ways to improve the shop.

Physical Demands & Schedule

This is a hands-on industrial role requiring the ability to lift 50-75 lbs. regularly and work around noise, dust, temperature variations, heavy machinery, ladders, lifts, and confined spaces. The position requires standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in various physical positions. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for equipment installations, downtime, or emergency repairs.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 5:00 AM-3:30 PM 40 hours per week

Compensation & Benefits

• $38-$50 per hour, depending on experience and skill set
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 7 paid holidays
• Benefits available after 90 days

Equal Employment Opportunity

SF Metalworks is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants based on their skills, experience, and ability to perform the job, without regard to legally protected characteristics.