Millwright – Wall Township, NJ

The Rapid Group; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and Sick Time

Life Insurance

Referral Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Rapid Group seeks an experienced Rigger/Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic for field-based projects across New Jersey, Southern NJ, and the NY Metro area. The role focuses on machinery assembly, rigging, and rebuilding rotating equipment, with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of hands-on experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in dynamic field environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as rigger, millwright or maintenance mechanic.
• Experience with machinery assembly, alignment and rotating equipment.
• Skilled in rigging, hoisting, installation, alignment and commissioning.
• Sheet metal fabrication and welding (with or without blueprints).
• Proficient with machinist tools, alignment devices and measuring instruments.
• Machinist background is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required.
• Fluent in English (read, write, speak).
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, safety focused, and adaptable to field environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and align rotating and production machinery.
• Hoist, rig, install, align, remove and commission equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair/rebuild and reassemble machinery.
• Fabricate sheet metal or steel and weld as needed.
• Use machinist tools, precision alignment tools and measuring instruments.
• Repair and assemble bushings, bearings, couplings, shafts, gears and wheels.
• Support field service calls across NJ, Southern NJ and NY Metro.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Collaborate with team to complete projects efficiently.

Skills

Rigging experience

Millwright

Machinery assembly

Alignment

Welding

Sheet metal fabrication

Machinist tools

Measuring instruments

Tools

Machinist hand tools

Precision alignment tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Company Overview

The Rapid Group (TRG) is the parent company of six operating subsidiaries that have been providing exceptional service and technical expertise for more than five decades. These subsidiaries include Rapid Pump and Meter Service Co., Machinery Services Co., Delta Electro Power, Industrial Sales and Service (IS and S), AC Furia, PumpingSolutions, and O and M Solutions. As subsidiaries, each company operates under the TRG umbrella while maintaining its own specialized capabilities, allowing us to deliver comprehensive mechanical, electrical, pumping, and industrial infrastructure solutions across the Northeast.

Together, our companies support municipal, industrial, commercial, and transportation sectors with best‑in‑class maintenance, repair, installation, field service, and emergency response services that keep critical systems operating reliably and efficiently.

The Rapid Group is seeking an experienced Rigger / Millwright / Maintenance Mechanic to support industrial, commercial, municipal, and transportation sector projects. This role involves machinery assembly, rigging, alignment, equipment repair, fabrication, and field service work. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical ability, hands‑on rigging experience, and the ability to safely disassemble, rebuild, and install rotating and production equipment. This is a full‑time, field‑based position serving customers throughout New Jersey, Southern NJ, and the NY Metro area.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform machinery assembly and alignment for rotating and production machinery.
• Conduct hoisting, rigging, installing, setting, aligning, removing, and commissioning of equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair/rebuild, and reassemble rotating and production equipment in both shop and field environments.
• Perform sheet metal or steel fabrication and welding with or without blueprints.
• Use machinist hand tools, precision alignment tools, and measuring instruments for setup and equipment operation.
• Repair and assemble bushings, bearings, couplings, shafts, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels.
• Support field service calls throughout the NJ, Southern NJ, and NY Metro regions.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete mechanical and rigging projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a rigger, millwright, or maintenance mechanic.
• Strong experience with machinery assembly, alignment, and rotating equipment.
• Skilled in rigging, hoisting, equipment installation, alignment, removal, and commissioning.
• Ability to perform repairs and rebuilds on industrial/production machinery.
• Sheet metal or steel fabrication and welding experience (with or without blueprints).
• Proficiency with machinist tools, precision alignment devices, and measuring instruments.
• Machinist background is a plus.
• Licenses & Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license required (CDL is a plus).
• Mandatory pre employment drug testing.
• Fluent in English—read, write, speak, and comprehend.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, safety focused, and able to work in dynamic field environments.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $3545 per hour

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Referral Program
• A culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion

Work Conditions / Schedule

• Full‑time
• Onsite, field‑based role
• Typical schedule: Monday Friday 7:00am4:30pm
• Overtime and on‑call shifts may be required based on customer needs
• Travel to customer sites required

Work Location

• Wall Township, NJ; Gibbsboro, NJ; South Jersey; and the Philadelphia area
• Subsidiary: Rapid Pump and Meter Service Company

EEO Statement

The Rapid Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.