Millwright Apprentice
Lincoln, NE, United States | Minneapolis Office
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Millwright Apprentice
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Millwright Apprentice that will be responsible for learning while assisting journeymen millwrights in dismantling, erecting, assembling, aligning, adjusting, and/or maintaining machinery and equipment according to installation manuals, work instructions, layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Measure, cut, and install using hand tools and ladders
- Dismantle machines using hand tools
- Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks
- Assemble and install equipment (such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails) using hand and power tools
- Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rulers, lasers, micrometers, and plumb bobs
- Assemble machines with bolts, welds, and rivets, and fasten them to foundation using hand tools and power tools
- Operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications
- Set, level, and align all classes and types of engines, motors, dynamos, generators, conveyors, elevators, monorails, train rails, and/or trolley beams or rails
- Grease and lubricate all types of equipment
- Clean, repair, and adjust all classes and types of jacks, chainfalls, pull-lift, block and tackles, impact wrenches, chipping hammers, rivet guns, air drills, and specialized hydraulic and electric precision torque/tension equipment
- Operate cranes, forklifts, hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, power tools, and other materials
- Receive and offload all major components
- Install loose components for nacelle, hub, and tower preparation
- Connect blades to hub
- Set base and tower sections
- Handle taglines
- Assist with main erection crane assembly and teardown
- Climb ladders – average 80m
- Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
- All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Enrolled in Apprentice Aptitude Program
- Current driver’s license
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, assembly/disassembly, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; strong teamwork orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
- Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
- *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
- Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice
*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.
Please make note:
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
Other Items to Note
- Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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