Millwright: Shredder Ops & Heavy Machinery Expert

Sims Limited

Chesapeake (VA)

Hybrid

USD 39,000 - 55,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Sims Metal is seeking a Millwright to support shredder operations in Chesapeake, VA. The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance of shredders, conveyors, magnets, and related equipment, with strong welding and mechanical skills required to repair heavy equipment and keep production moving.

Candidates should have 2–5+ years in industrial maintenance, ability to read drawings, perform LOTO, and work in a loud outdoor setting.

Qualifications

Five or more years of industrial or heavy equipment maintenance experience, preferably in a scrap or shredder environment.
Advanced troubleshooting and repair skills for rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, and shredder components.
Strong welding, fabrication, rigging, and alignment capabilities with the ability to lead complex repairs.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on shredders, conveyors, magnets, eddy currents, shears, balers, and other material-handling equipment.
Diagnose and repair mechanical issues including bearing replacement, gearbox repair, hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance, welding, fabrication, alignment, and rigging.
Conduct routine inspections of shredder systems and monitor wear components such as hammers, grates, and liners.
Assist operators with equipment startup, shutdown, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
Comply with safety policies, OSHA standards, and environmental regulations.
Maintain maintenance logs, parts usage documentation, and communicate repair needs to leadership.