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Join our West Fraser team and take your career to the next level!

Enjoy great benefits starting from Day 1!

West Fraser is excited to offer an opportunity for an Entry-Level Millwright, based at our McDavid, Florida location. As a crucial member of our maintenance team, you will work under the guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor, contributing to our company-wide continuous improvement initiatives through your expertise in troubleshooting and maintenance strategies. Your role is essential in ensuring safe and efficient operation of all machinery within the mill.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on machinery.
• Implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs for equipment.
• Repair and maintain industrial equipment, including conveying systems and major machinery like debarkers, canters, gang saws, and edgers.
• Conduct welding and operate oxy-acetylene torches.
• Use and maintain basic tools, such as grinders, hydraulic presses, drill presses, and air tools.
• Assist in moving machinery and equipment safely using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.

Qualifications for Success:

• Self-motivated and able to work safely in high-pressure environments.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of verifiable work experience as a Millwright.
• Proficiency in welding techniques (GMAW and SMAW).
• Experience working with cutting torches (Oxygen/Acetylene).
• Ability to maintain and operate basic tools effectively.
• Capable of reading and interpreting drawings and printed instructions.
• Basic understanding of alignments for pumps, sheaves, sprockets, and machine centers.
• Availability to work weekends as needed.
• Will undergo skills assessment, background check, reference check, drug screening, and physical examination.

Work Schedule: Weekends

What We Offer:

• Immediate access to benefits.
• Competitive starting pay.
• On-the-job training opportunities.
• A strong culture of internal promotion.
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
• 401K plan with company match and additional retirement contributions.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Paid vacations and holidays.

How to Apply:

If you are eager to build a career in a supportive environment focused on growth, safety, and rewarding challenges, we invite you to join our team at West Fraser. Applications are only accepted through our online process, so please ensure your resume is attached to your profile. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a leading diversified wood products company, producing a variety of products with over 60 facilities across North America and Europe. We are committed to growth and pride ourselves on providing opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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