POSITION SUMMARY
The Millwright will work as part of the maintenance team providing quality operational repairs and preventative maintenance services. As a member of this high-performance team, you will be responsible for the maintenance of all mill machinery within the mill environment, along with other mechanical duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Installation, rebuilding, maintenance, and preventative maintenance of all production equipment
• Maintain and repair pumps, conveyors, compressors, mechanical systems, rollers & chains, bearings, and hydraulics involved in the manufacturing process
• Troubleshoot, analyze, diagnose, lubricate, and perform routine preventative maintenance work on all machinery within the mill environment
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to assemble equipment and follow work procedures & processes
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery and parts during the assembly, installation, set-up, and repair of equipment and machinery
• Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions
• Follow preventative maintenance procedures in the inspection, repair and/or replacement of items
• Perform corrective maintenance per the current maintenance program
• Comply with parts and materials acquisition procedures
• Assist mechanics and electricians when necessary
• Participate in shop clean up duties
• Perform all additional duties assigned by supervisor Safety
• Operate in a safe manner in accordance to work safe rules, regulations, and policies
• Recognize and eliminate all safety hazard Operational
• Acquire a working knowledge of all monitoring and diagnostic equipment
• Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings
• Support and explore innovative ideas that further the organization’s strategic plan
Education and/or Experience
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Journeyman Millwright Certification
• Hydraulic systems troubleshooting experience
• Experience with CMMS systems and JDE an asset
• Knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes and equipment
Skills
• Ability to read blueprints, plans and schematics
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Organizational and planning skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook considered an asset
• Be mechanically inclined
• Complete or be engaged in the basic welding course
• Complete or be engaged in the basic hydraulic course
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Journeyman Millwright Certification
- Hydraulic systems troubleshooting experience
- Knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes and equipment
- Ability to read blueprints, plans, and schematics
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Commitment to workplace safety
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Mechanical aptitude
- Complete or be engaged in a basic welding course
- Complete or be engaged in a basic hydraulic course
- Experience with CMMS systems and JDE
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
What We Do
Bienville Lumber Company, an LLC joint venture between Tolko Industries and Hunt Forest Products, operates a state-of-the-art sawmill in Taylor, Louisiana. The company processes locally available southern yellow pine into multiple grades of lumber for customers across North America. Its mill completed commissioning in 2024, produced more than 160 million board feet that year, and is expanding production capacity while supporting regional jobs and timber markets.
