Precision Millwright: Install & Align Heavy Machinery

Thompson Construction Group; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks a skilled millwright to install machinery and heavy equipment in an industrial setting. You will read blueprints, move equipment with hoists, and assemble components to foundations, ensuring precise alignment and testing per customer specs.

Safety and teamwork are essential across our field operations. You may perform maintenance, lubrication, and occasional welding as part of a team of skilled tradespeople.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied environments.
• Experience with precision measurement tools is preferred.
• Complete MIL course or 3+ years in the field.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Move machinery using hoists and dollies.
• Form dry pack grout for machines.
• Align and test machines and equipment per specs.
• Assemble and fasten components to foundations or structures.
• Install equipment and components like pumps, valves, and gauges.
• Dismantle machines for shipment or demo.
• May perform precision alignment and vibration testing.
• Follow safety guidelines and assist team of skilled tradespeople.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Math ability

Physical stamina

Education

MIL course/Trade school

Tools

Socket set 1/2 in

Socket set 3/8–1 1/4 in

Socket set 3/8 in

Socket set 5/16–3/4 in

Box end/open end wrenches

Pliers set

Cold chisels

Hammers (Ball Pein/Sledge/Dead Blow)

Level/Chalk line/Tape measure

Screwdrivers/Scribes

Allen wrenches

Adjustable wrenches

Pipe wrenches

Combination square

Pry bars

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks a skilled millwright to install machinery and heavy equipment in an industrial setting. You will read blueprints, move equipment with hoists, and assemble components to foundations, ensuring precise alignment and testing per customer specs.

Safety and teamwork are essential across our field operations. You may perform maintenance, lubrication, and occasional welding as part of a team of skilled tradespeople.