Millwright Journeyman Decatur, IL ***NO PER DIEM*** ADM West Plant Extraction

Austin Industries; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Millwright to join their team in Decatur. This role involves the installation, repair, and maintenance of heavy machinery and equipment in industrial environments. You will work with a variety of tools and techniques to ensure machinery operates efficiently and safely. If you have a passion for hands-on work and a strong background in mechanical systems, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute significantly to a dynamic team while developing your skills further. Join a company that values expertise and commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience required.
• Strong skills in machinery installation and repair.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain heavy machinery in industrial settings.
• Align machines and equipment using various tools and techniques.

Skills

Machinery Installation

Repair Skills

Mechanical Operation Testing

Blueprint Reading

Heavy Equipment Handling

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Hoists

Measuring Instruments

Job description

Job Category: Craft

Requisition Number: MILLW023915

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• Posted: March 6, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

Decatur, IL, USA

Description

Millwright

Must be able to install, repair, replace and dismantle the machinery and heavy equipment used in industrial settings. This is accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
• Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
• Connect power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation.
• Repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
• Position steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment, using blueprints and schematic drawings, to determine work procedures.
• Signal crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and align unit to centerline.
• Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
• Move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
• Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools.
• Assemble machines, and bolt, weld, rivet, or otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Lay out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drill holes with power drill.
• Bolt parts, such as side and deck plates, jaw plates, and journals, to basic assembly unit.
• Level bedplate and establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit.
• Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
• Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment.
• Dismantle machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site, usually performing installation and maintenance work as part of team.
• Construct foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials such as wood, cement, and steel.
• Operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required for this Position:

Experience – 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.