Precision Maintenance Tech

Weyerhaeuser Company; Magnolia (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser Company in Magnolia, MS, is seeking a Precision Maintenance Technician to keep high-tech equipment and systems performing at peak efficiency. You will work with precision measurement, alignment expertise, and advanced mechanical skills to support wood products manufacturing.

The role requires strong reading of blueprints, realignment techniques, and hands-on fabrication, with a focus on reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• NCCER IMM level 3 certification or equivalent experience in precision measuring, alignment, and installation procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and schematics for complex industrial equipment.
• Experience with precision measuring tools and realignment techniques.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize high-tech equipment and operations.
• Perform precision alignment, measurement, and preventive maintenance on large-scale machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Fabricate and repair machine parts, including welding and turning.
• Rig heavy equipment safely and coordinate with teams for installations.

Skills

Precision measurement

Machinery alignment

Troubleshooting

Fabrication & repair

Rigging & hoisting

Industrial maintenance

Vibration analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NCCER IMM level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Laser alignment systems

Welding

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Industrial conveyors

Job description

At Weyerhaeuser, our most valuable resource isn’t just the timberlands we manage, it’s the people who make our success possible. For more than a century, their skill, dedication, and innovation have positioned us as a global leader in sustainable timberland management and wood products manufacturing.

Join Our Team as a Precision Maintenance Technician based in Magnolia, MS!

Are you a highly skilled Precision Maintenance Tech who would welcome an opportunity to be home everyday while earning top wages? Weyerhaeuser’s Wood Products manufacturing facility in Magnolia, MS is seeking top-tier talent to help maintain and optimize our high-tech equipment and operations. If you’re driven, experienced, and ready to contribute from day one, we want to hear from you.

Compensation:

$46.00 per hour This role offers a $1,000.00 hiring bonus! The first $500.00 installment will be paid after 90 days of successful employment with Weyerhaeuser, and another $500.00 installment at 6 months.

At Weyerhaeuser, our people are our greatest asset. For over a century, their expertise and innovation have made us a global leader in manufacturing wood products. We offer stable employment, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and real opportunities for growth. We are looking for individuals with advanced skills in machinery installation, alignment, troubleshooting, and maintenance. This level builds on foundational competencies and requires mastery of precision measurement, complex alignment techniques, and advanced mechanical systems.

Qualifications:

Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (IMM) level 3 certification or equivalent training or equivalent experience in precision measuring, complex mechanical component installation, and alignment procedures.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Blueprint & schematic reading for complex industrial equipment.
• Precision measuring tools (micrometers, dial indicators, laser alignment systems).
• Advanced alignment techniques (realignment, shim fabrication, dial indicator alignment).
• Fabrication & repair of machine parts, including welding, grinding, and turning.
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems knowledge (pumps, compressors, couplings, bearings, seals).
• Vibration analysis and troubleshooting of rotating equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial conveyors.
• Rigging & hoisting for heavy machinery installation and maintenance.
• Experience with precision alignment and preventive maintenance of large-scale machinery.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their repair.
• Industrial machinist experience and/or precision mechanical rebuild experience.

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy in measurements and assembly.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting of complex mechanical issues.
• Time management and ability to work independently or in teams.
• Communication skills for safety and technical coordination.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or on-call.

Certifications & Compliance

• Knowledge of MSHA or other industry-specific regulations if applicable.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety and quality procedures.

Summary

Precision Millwrights must combine advanced technical expertise in machinery alignment, fabrication, and system maintenance with strong safety and organizational skills. They are expected to operate at the highest precision in industrial settings, ensuring machinery performance, safety, and efficiency. Prior experience in power plants, heavy manufacturing, or large-scale industrial facilities is required.

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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