Industrial Millwright at Pacific Recycling Inc

Eugene, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

42.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Installation, Maintenance, Repair, Hammermill Shredder, Hydraulic Systems, Conveyor Systems, Troubleshooting, Electrical Systems, Controls Systems, Preventive Maintenance, Documentation, Project Planning, Shaft Alignment, Mechanical Fitting, CMMS, Lockout/Tagout

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Description About the Role Pacific Recycling, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Millwright to join our metal recycling shredder team. The facility includes a 4,000hp hammermill shredder and downstream metal recovery plant. This is a hands-on, safety-critical role responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy industrial equipment in a demanding outdoor production environment. The ideal candidate thrives on solving complex mechanical challenges, takes ownership of equipment reliability, and brings a disciplined approach to preventive maintenance and documentation. Key Responsibilities • Perform installation, alignment, repair, and overhaul of heavy industrial machinery including hammermill shredder and drive systems, feed and transfer conveyor systems, screening equipment, eddy current separators and similar metal recovery sorting equipment. • Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic systems, including cylinders, pumps, valves, and associated piping and hose assemblies. • Inspect, adjust, and repair conveyor systems, including belts, rollers, drives, and take-ups • Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues in coordination with electricians/vendors, including motor controls, sensors, PLCs, and safety interlocks. • Develop and execute planned maintenance schedules; maintain thorough records of work orders, inspection findings, parts usage, and equipment history. • Lead and participate in project planning and execution including equipment installations, upgrades, and major overhauls from scope development through commissioning. • Identify and communicate equipment deficiencies proactively; recommend and implement reliability improvements. • Mentor apprentice millwrights and collaborate with operators to promote equipment care and early fault detection. Qualifications • Journeyman millwright, 5 years of experience in a heavy industrial environment; metals, aggregate, mining, or recycling experience is a strong asset. • Demonstrated expertise with hydraulic systems and the ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics. • Proficient with conveyor systems, shaft alignment, and precision mechanical fitting. • Working knowledge of electrical and controls systems; ability to safely perform basic troubleshooting within a lockout/tagout framework. • Comfortable using CMMS or similar systems for maintenance planning, documentation, and parts management. • Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced production environment. Working Conditions • This position requires regular outdoor work in all weather conditions. The environment involves heavy equipment, elevated noise levels, airborne dust and debris, and proximity to operational shredding and conveyor systems. Full PPE is required at all times on site. Shift work and on-call availability may be required to support production continuity. What We Offer • Paid Time Off starting at 2 weeks, increasing with tenure • 8 Paid Holidays • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Safety boot reimbursement • Free Gym Membership Requirements

Responsibilities

This hands-on, safety-critical role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy industrial equipment, including the hammermill shredder and metal recovery sorting systems. Key duties include troubleshooting hydraulic and electrical systems, executing planned maintenance schedules, and leading equipment upgrade projects.