Millwright
Employer: Mountain West Industrial
Location: Remote Mining & New Mill Construction Sites - Traveling
Compensation: Competitive wages + travel pay + daily per diem
Position Overview
Mountain West Industrial is seeking skilled Millwrights to join our team on mining, mineral processing, and new mill construction projects. This is a traveling position for experienced mechanical professionals who can install, assemble, align, maintain, and troubleshoot heavy industrial equipment in demanding mine and processing environments.
Our projects involve the construction, installation, and commissioning of equipment and mechanical systems used in mining and mineral processing operations.
Responsibilities
Install, assemble, and maintain heavy industrial and mineral processing equipment
Work with conveyors, crushers, screens, mills, pumps, gearboxes, motors, and other mining equipment
Perform mechanical installation, equipment alignment, leveling, and precision setup
Assist with the construction and commissioning of new mining and processing facilities
Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, equipment layouts, and specifications
Perform rigging and material handling of heavy industrial equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment
Work safely around heavy machinery, mobile equipment, and active mine or mill construction sites
Follow all company, project, and applicable MSHA safety requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Work effectively with millwrights, ironworkers, welders, electricians, operators, and other construction trades
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Millwright, Industrial Mechanic, or similar mechanical trade
Experience in mining, mineral processing, aggregate, heavy industrial, or mill construction preferred
Experience installing and maintaining heavy industrial equipment
Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and equipment specifications
Experience with rigging, equipment alignment, and mechanical installation
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
Ability and willingness to travel to remote mine and mill construction sites
Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor and industrial environments
Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
MSHA experience or training preferred
What We Offer
Competitive wages
Travel pay
Daily per diem
Remote mining and mill construction opportunities
Work on major mining and mineral processing projects
Opportunities to work with heavy industrial equipment and large-scale processing systems
A professional team committed to safety, quality, and productivity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road