Maintenance Technician; Millwright - Journey Level

Job Overview

Weyerhaeuser is currently offering a $3,000 hiring bonus (additional details provided at time of interview/offer). The MDF facility in Columbia Falls, MT is looking for a Maintenance Technician with knowledge of mechanical equipment, processes, and techniques to safely repair, modify, install, and maintain the facility and high-tech manufacturing equipment.

At Weyerhaeuser, our focus is on building our people and our business. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can flourish, diversity is encouraged, and communities are supported. Having operated for nearly 120 years, we uphold core values of safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion—values that have earned us recognition as one of the world’s most ethical companies.

• Support manufacturing by maximizing plant uptime and providing safe support for facility systems, contributing to corporate, plant, and departmental goals.
• Work with a team of millwrights and electricians to deliver preventative and routine maintenance on plant equipment, troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical problems, and work on capital projects including equipment upgrades and installations.
• Read and interpret blueprints; construct and fabricate mill equipment, including welding and burning.
• Deliver preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Assist with or perform complex repairs.
• Gain working knowledge of Weyerhaeuser’s fire protection system.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Formalized/technical training preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a Millwright.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in the Wood Products industry preferred.
• Qualified and proficient in cutting and welding; certified welder preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, piping, and material transfer systems.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, web-based applications, and preventative maintenance application.
• Knowledge and ability to use Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Show proficiency in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) standards.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude; a self‑starter who can work closely with supervisors and other departments.
• Willingness to work any shift, overtime, and weekends.
• Maintain a clean workstation and exhibit good performance, safety, and attendance records.

• The maintenance technician role is a very heavy‑duty job. Exertion of more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds continuously is required.
• Essential duties include stooping, climbing, and crawling in and over machines for repair purposes and the ability to lift 50 to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work above ground at times and outside as necessary.
• Ability to interpret and apply verbal and written instructions.
• A sense of urgency in maximizing production and minimizing downtime is necessary.
• Tasks involve equipment and materials that require familiarity with formal safety procedures and adherence to safety procedures.

We’ve been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

Job:
Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction

Primary

Location:

USA‑MT‑Columbia Falls

Schedule:

Full‑time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: Rotating

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity, and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay, and thrive with our team.