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Full-time
On-site
Galveston, Texas, United States

The Millwright will repair, maintain, and facilitate the installation of industrial machines used at the terminal. This position reports to the Maintenance Superintendent.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensures proper operation of large industrial equipment such as …
  • Uses hand tools, hoists, jacks, squares, rules, micrometers, plumb bobs, and power tools to assemble, install, align, and adjust machines.
  • Ensures machines perform to specifications by conducting tests; modifies and fine-tunes machines.
  • Operates engine lathe to adjust machine parts to dimensional specifications.
  • Disassembles or dismantles machines.
  • Gathers and assembles parts for repairs or modifications based on blueprints.
  • Troubleshoots and repairs machines, including when unexpected issues arise.
  • Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on older machines.Provides advice and recommendations to management concerning new machinery.
  • Plans and facilitates installation of new or refurbished machinery, including building platforms and foundations.
  • Conducts safety inspections of facilities.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area daily.
  • Reads and interprets blueprints, layout plans, vendor installation and operation manuals, and other schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
  • Moves machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
  • Assembles and installs equipment, such as staffing, conveyors, and tram rails, using cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
  • Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
  • Performs lubricating maintenance, cleaning activities, or repair of tools, machines, and equipment.
  • Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
  • Operate machinery.
  • Other duties as assigned

    Expectation:
  • You may be asked to participate in an Emergency Response Team (ERT); please understand that participation in the ERT is both an expectation and a condition of employment.
  • Accomplish job responsibilities/duties according to the company’s Core Values.
  • Looks for opportunities to increase knowledge, works to increase responsibility, and strives to achieve personal goals.
  • Observe safety and security procedures; Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; Report potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.
  • Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

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Qualifications and Education Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • 3 + years of experience required; four years of successful apprenticeship training preferred.
  • Thorough and broad understanding of a variety of equipment.
  • Possesses a working knowledge of machine alignment.
  • Must be able to assemble and install equipment using hand tools and power tools.
  • Must have knowledge of optical and laser alignments.
  • Use logical step-by-step procedures in work.
  • Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
  • NCCER Millwright certification is a plus.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
  • Have basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Thorough understanding of safety practices, guidelines, rules, and laws.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license.
  • Must pass all pre-employment testing, including a drug test, physical, and background check.

Physical Demands: 

  • Ability to work at elevated heights, including lifts, ladders, and stairs.
  • Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
  • Work is done outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Position Details:


  • Shift work - must be available to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays. 
  • Will be subject to call out.  
  • Non-Exempt position.