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PPM Millwright- (HW) - 6.4

PPM · Hopewell, VA · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

About the company

We are a leading industrial mechanical, electrical, and civil construction services provider for the fossil and nuclear power, pulp and paper, chemical, mining, and general manufacturing industries. Backed by more than 40 years of experience and one of the industry's leading safety performance records, PPM helps clients address the complex challenges inherent in today's manufacturing and industrial facilities environment.

About the role

The Millwright will install and/or maintain machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, and written instructions in industrial establishments. Site‑specific training/orientation is required before arrival to the job.

Responsibilities

  • Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures; dismantle machines; move machinery and equipment.
  • Assemble and install machines, then test them to ensure correct operation.
  • Work in full compliance with approved safety regulations.
  • Manage the layout and placement of equipment and machinery in factory settings to ensure minimum downtime.
  • Identify and repair problematic parts of a machine by running tests, making temporary repairs, or installing new parts.
  • Dismantle older machines and replace them with new ones.
  • Oversee preventive maintenance by identifying and correcting potential issues, removing worn‑out pieces, and lubricating mechanical parts.
  • Use machinery or equipment, such as forklifts, to move mechanical parts.
  • Assemble and install equipment such as shafting, conveyors, pumps, compressors, extruders, turbines, and blowers; align machines and equipment using reverse alignment method; bolt, weld, rivet, or otherwise fasten them to foundations or other structures; operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications; repair and lubricate machines and equipment; and participate in grouting activity for equipment base plates.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
  • Perform all work in a safe and efficient manner and keep the work area clean and orderly.

Qualifications

  • Preferred: 4 years work experience as an industrial millwright or completion of a curriculum closely related to millwright work from a vocational institution with at least 2 years of experience.

Physical Requirements / Job Site Requirements

  • Must be able to complete hiring paperwork electronically through DocuSign.
  • May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions.
  • Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas.
  • Must have full range of motion consistent with age.
  • Must be able to climb and maintain balance on ladders.
  • Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands, alerts, alarms, and other job‑related noises.
  • Visual acuity, depth perception, and color discrimination consistent with work at heights and on uneven surfaces.
  • Safety/steel‑toe shoes are required.

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