Senior Millwright

Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Pay Rate: $47–$48/hour + $0.50/hour shift premium

Phone Stipend: $75/month

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Millwright / Afternoon Shift Lead to support maintenance operations in an automated distribution environment. This individual will serve as the senior maintenance person in the building during the afternoon shift, performing hands-on mechanical maintenance while providing day-to-day guidance and coordination for a team of 3–4 maintenance technicians and cleaners.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on conveyors, packaging machinery, and automated distribution equipment.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair dock doors, racking systems, and other building equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Perform welding and fabrication as required.
• Support the installation of new conveyors, machinery, and equipment in coordination with external contractors.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting of sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Order mechanical parts, monitor maintenance inventory, and ensure required materials are available.
• Plan and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Complete work orders accurately and maintain maintenance records in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company policies, maintenance procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with established work instructions, equipment standards, and safe work practices, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Operate man lifts and other powered equipment when trained and authorized.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure maintenance work is completed in accordance with company standards.

Requirements

• Government Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in an automated distribution environment.
• Previous team lead or leadership experience, with the ability to guide and coordinate maintenance technicians and cleaning personnel.
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, and equipment repair.
• Experience with conveyor systems, packaging machinery, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and respond to equipment breakdowns and urgent maintenance requests.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of an industrial environment, including standing, walking, climbing, and lifting.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted shifts when required.