Millwright - Sawmill Maintenance & Uptime Pro

Canfor; El Dorado (AR); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Canfor is hiring a Millwright at the Iron Mountain Sawmill in El Dorado, AR. The role focuses on keeping high-performance milling equipment running, with preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance to maximize uptime.

You’ll troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, work with a team, and contribute to a safe, sustainable manufacturing environment, including weekend rotation as needed.

Qualifications

• Superior troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment is a plus; lumber process knowledge is an asset.
• Basic electrical knowledge for troubleshooting and repair.
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems on heavy machinery.
• Experience using a CMMS to schedule and document maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mill machinery including pumps, conveyors, and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance; inspect equipment for faults.
• Troubleshoot issues to improve reliability and uptime.
• Identify parts and coordinate timely repairs with the team.
• Support a safe work environment through diligent practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

CMMS

Urgency

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Canfor is hiring a Millwright at the Iron Mountain Sawmill in El Dorado, AR. The role focuses on keeping high-performance milling equipment running, with preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance to maximize uptime.

You’ll troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, work with a team, and contribute to a safe, sustainable manufacturing environment, including weekend rotation as needed.