Maintenance Mechanical Technician (Millwright)

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanical Technician (Millwright)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Technician (Millwright) on behalf of one of our clients, a premier global building materials and industrial manufacturing organization.

Operating at the plant facility in Alpena, MI, you will play a critical role in keeping plant production and service equipment in reliable, peak operating condition. You will work within a safety-first team environment executing mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment operating duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine and complex mechanical maintenance on heavy industrial plant production and service equipment.

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical failures, repair machinery, and resolve product spillage issues across the plant.

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate heavy tools and material handling equipment, including forklifts, skid loaders, teleforkers, chain falls, and come-alongs.

• Tool & Work Area Maintenance: Maintain work tools, equipment, and shop inventory to ensure operational readiness.

• Safety & Compliance: Execute all maintenance activities following standard work instructions, safety protocols, and plant health, safety, and environmental policies.

• Teamwork & Flexibility: Work independently and collaboratively within team settings; perform required overtime duties as needed to support continuous plant operations.

Candidate Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or commercial setting.

• Technical Skills: Basic mechanical troubleshooting abilities and familiarity with industrial hand/power tools.

Additional Requirements:

• Safety Protocols: Ability to strictly follow all safety guidelines and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators. Candidates must be able to pass qualitative and quantitative fit testing (must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal contacts the face).

• Continuous Learning: Willingness to participate in ongoing technical and safety training for career advancement.

Compensation & Benefits Offered

• Competitive hourly rate/salary

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with pre-tax and Roth after-tax options

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)

• Educational Assistance & Tuition Support

• Employee Wellness Programs and Voluntary Benefits

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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