Maintenance Millwright

Job Title:
Maintenance Millwright

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced maintenance millwright. The ideal candidate will possess proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, as well as manual or laser alignment skills.

• Install, maintain, diagnose, and repair machinery related to the unloading, loading, transfer, and storage of cargo including conveying equipment, pulleys, gearboxes, drag conveyors, structures, hydraulics, ship loader, stacker reclaimer, and various support equipment.
• Read and comprehend specifications, service and parts literature, build prints, and follow engineering drawings.
• Utilize precision measuring devices both metric and standard including gauges, displays, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, alignment tools, levels, and torque tools.
• Communicate thoughts and ideas effectively in both verbal and written forms.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude in structures, leverage, metallurgy, fasteners, rotating assemblies, gears, and material strength.
• Operate hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, chain hoists, presses, metal saws, cranes, and rigging equipment.
• Utilize heavy equipment including Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu, and Manitowoc.
• Respond to call-outs and work all shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic principles and applications.
• Understanding and application of lubricants and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to perform machinery alignments both manual and laser.
• Proficiency in reading and comprehending technical literature and engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude related to structures, metallurgy, and material strength.
• Skill in using hand tools, air tools, and precision measuring instruments.

This position is in the greater New Orleans market and requires relocation after temporarily working off of per-diem.

This is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, AL.

The pay range for this position is $67,600.00 - $87,500.00/yr.

Will consider paying per diem while someone is in the process of relocating.

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham, AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges.

Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.