Sawmill Maintenance

TALLULAH HARDWOOD PRODUCTS LLC; Tallulah (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallulah Hardwood Products LLC in Tallulah, LA is seeking a skilled Sawmill Maintenance technician to keep critical sawmill equipment running at peak performance in a fast-paced hardwood production environment.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sawmill machinery, diagnose mechanical and hydraulic systems, and work with electrical staff to minimize downtime while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Prior maintenance experience in a sawmill, lumber, or heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sawmill machinery and equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment supporting sawmill.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify wear, damage, or potential failures.
• Weld, fabricate, and machine replacement parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and work alongside electrical maintenance staff.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and work order documentation.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics

Tools

Welding

Fabrication

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Sawmill Maintenance technician to join our team in Tallulah, LA. This is a hands-on opportunity to keep critical sawmill equipment running at peak performance in a fast-paced, hardwood production environment. If you take pride in your mechanical skills and love solving problems, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sawmill machinery and equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment supporting sawmill
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify wear, damage, or potential failures
• Weld, fabricate, and machine replacement parts as needed
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and work alongside electrical maintenance staff
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and work order documentation
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company standards

Requirements:

• Prior maintenance experience in a sawmill, lumber, or heavy industrial environment preferred
• Prior maintenance on heavy equipment required
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and power transmission
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics
• Must be dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or on-call shifts as needed

About Us:

A proud hardwood lumber producer, committed to quality craftsmanship, operational excellence, and building a team that takes pride in their work. Our employees enjoy a stable work environment and the satisfaction of keeping a vital operation running strong.