Millwright

About the Role

You will perform mechanical and hydraulic maintenance, troubleshoot drives and equipment, and fabricate or repair parts through welding, cutting and fabrication. Preventive and predictive maintenance tasks will minimize downtime, and you will document work in detailed reports while adhering to OSHA safety procedures such as LOTO and Arc Flash. The role also requires leading safe work practices, working rotating shifts including weekends and overtime, and maintaining regular onsite attendance. • Perform mechanical and hydraulic maintenance on plant equipment. • Troubleshoot mechanical drives and manufacturing equipment to ensure uptime. • Weld, cut, and fabricate parts for installation and repair. • Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime. • Prepare detailed work reports per company standards. • Follow OSHA safety procedures, including LOTO and Arc Flash. • Lead safe work practices and maintain a safety‑first attitude. • Work rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime as needed. • Maintain regular, full‑time onsite attendance. • Meet physical demands such as standing long periods, climbing, lifting, and working at heights. • Participate in a profit‑sharing and bonus plan. • Take advantage of tuition assistance for education.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸mechanical maintenance
• ▸hydraulic maintenance
• ▸troubleshooting
• ▸welding
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸work reporting

What You Bring

We require at least five years of industrial mechanical and hydraulic maintenance experience and a high school diploma or equivalent; trade or technical school training is preferred. Certified welding (3G Plate) and strong fabrication, welding and cutting skills are essential, as is proficiency in troubleshooting and computer‑based maintenance systems. Candidates must be detail‑oriented, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be comfortable working at elevated heights. The position involves physically demanding work, including standing for long periods, climbing, lifting, bending, and working in elevated or confined spaces as needed. We continuously advance employee skills using the latest technology and management tools to increase profitability and enterprise value for both Zekelman Industries and our customers. • Utilize at least 5 years of industrial mechanical/hydraulic maintenance experience. • Hold a high school diploma; trade or technical school training preferred. • Possess certified welder credentials (3G Plate or equivalent). • Demonstrate strong fabrication, welding, and cutting skills. • Be computer literate and proficient with maintenance systems.

Requirements

• ▸5+ years
• ▸high school
• ▸certified welder
• ▸fabrication
• ▸maintenance software
• ▸troubleshooting

Benefits

The Millwright position in Niles, Ohio supports plant operations by maintaining mechanical and hydraulic systems. The role works rotating shifts, offers $32.27 per hour plus a $6,000 sign‑on bonus, production and monthly attendance bonuses. It is ideal for hands‑on problem solvers who thrive in a fast‑paced industrial environment. Zekelman offers competitive compensation with a bonus and profit‑sharing plan, a 401(k) with generous company match, and comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance. Additional perks include tuition assistance, paid vacation and holidays, and employee loyalty awards. • Earn $32.27 per hour plus a $6,000 sign‑on bonus. • Receive production and monthly attendance bonuses. • Benefit from a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. • Access low‑cost, high‑quality medical, dental and vision insurance. • Get paid vacation, holidays, and employee loyalty awards.

Work Environment

Onsite