Field Service Millwright

Field Service Millwright (Travel)

Job Title: Field Service Millwright (Travel) | $25-$50/hr | Alliance, OH

The Field Service Millwright will split time between a clean, climate-controlled job shop and customer sites across the United States, rebuilding and repairing roll grinder and mill equipment. This role performs mechanical maintenance, assembly, welding, and fabrication work in the shop, and then travels out of state to complete mechanical rebuilds, installations, and service at customer facilities. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, blueprint reading, and troubleshooting skills, along with the ability to work independently, think critically, and consistently deliver high-quality work in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, assembly, and rebuild work on roll grinder and mill equipment in a job shop environment.
• Assemble, weld, fit, and fabricate components to rebuild and refurbish custom machinery and equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and use precision measuring tools to perform accurate rebuilds, repairs, and installations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on roll grinders, mills, and related industrial equipment to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Travel out of state approximately 50% of the time to perform mechanical rebuilds, repairs, and installations at customer locations.
• Work on equipment and systems that may include hydraulics, pneumatics, and related mechanical components.
• Perform preventive maintenance and service work on industrial machinery to maximize reliability and uptime.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively to complete fabrication and repair tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and adhere to legal regulations and guidelines at all times, both in the shop and at customer sites.
• Collaborate with team members in the shop and in the field to plan work, coordinate travel, and complete projects on schedule.
• Document work performed, including rebuilds, repairs, and parts used, to support accurate records and future maintenance.
• Demonstrate a self-starting, go-getter mindset by taking ownership of assigned tasks and completing jobs in a timely and responsible manner.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, mechanical assembly, and rebuild work, preferably in an industrial or millwright setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience, including the ability to weld, fit, and fabricate components.
• Proven experience with mechanical maintenance and millwright work on roll grinders, mills, or similar heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical assembly and troubleshooting skills for complex machinery and custom equipment.
• Ability to travel out of state approximately 50% of the time to customer locations.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and using precision measuring tools for accurate assembly and rebuilds.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial maintenance environment.
• job shop or fabrication environments, including rebuild, assembly, and service work.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.
• Thorough knowledge of safety procedures, industrial safety practices, and applicable legal regulations and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter and maintain responsibility for completing jobs on time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the roll grinder and mill industry or with metals and metals-forming equipment.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and service documentation for industrial machinery.
• Exposure to construction, installation, and industrial maintenance projects at customer sites.
• Comfort working with a wide variety of tools and shop equipment in a custom manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a tight-knit team and maintain positive working relationships.
• Interest in professional growth, including potential advancement into expanded field service responsibilities.
• Openness to additional training or education, with potential support for tuition reimbursement.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, growing organization with a strong track record of investing in its people and facilities. Employees receive company-provided tools and stocked vehicles, premium pay rates while traveling, and generous time off benefits, including two weeks of vacation from day one and four weeks of vacation after five years of service. The facility is new, well-equipped, and designed with employees in mind, featuring a full-sized basketball court, weight and workout room, and a modern conference center. The organization offers regular merit increases in most years based on company performance, along with opportunities for advancement and support for further education through potential tuition reimbursement. Benefits include a retirement plan with up to 6% match, dental, vision, and other standard coverages, plus boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement. The culture emphasizes a laid-back, respectful environment where employees are trusted to act responsibly, take ownership of their work, and grow with a company that has expanded its workforce significantly and maintained strong job security.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial job shop and fabrication environment that manufactures and refurbishes custom machinery for metals and metals-forming industries. Work is performed in a clean, climate-controlled, and organized facility, alongside a team of approximately 185 employees across three facilities and shifts. The shop focuses on building custom machines and equipment to customer specifications and handling projects ranging from small specialty items to major capital expansions, including redesign and rebuild of existing equipment. Technologies and equipment include roll grinders, mills, transfer cars, transporters, meltshop equipment, slab and long product handling systems, strip and coil processing equipment, and other custom-designed machinery, along with associated automation, controls, and power systems. Travel is a regular part of the position, with assignments ranging from locations in Maine to Florida, Texas, California, and other regions. Team members typically drive with a crew for trips up to about 10 hours and fly for longer distances. The environment is tight knit and collaborative, with no history of layoffs and steady growth in headcount over recent years. The dress code consists of steel toe boots, a t-shirt, and jeans, suitable for a hands-on industrial maintenance and fabrication setting.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alliance, OH.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Alliance, OH.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.