Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNightingale Lane, Grantham, Sullivan County, New Hampshire, 03753, United States
About the Role
The Maintenance Millwright is essential to keeping the mill and yard equipment in proper working order. This position exists to ensure overall efficiency meets or exceeds company standards through timely completion of preventive maintenance (PM) work orders. The role is dynamic; daily activities may shift based on the immediate needs of the mill, requiring flexibility in scheduled hours. In addition to maintenance duties, this position may involve running equipment as needed.
Day-to-Day Context
You will serve as a key partner to the Sawmill Manager and Purchaser, collaborating to identify cost-effective strategies for facility-wide purchasing and inventory control. A significant part of your week involves building and executing a robust Preventive Maintenance program for diverse areas, including sawmill machinery, waste and dust collection systems, outside yard equipment, compressors, and general building needs.
Your work will require a blend of technical precision and adaptability. You will troubleshoot and repair defective parts, adjust clearances, and align components using hand and power tools. The role demands proficiency in welding and fabrication (MIG & Stick) and the ability to operate cutting torches safely with HOT WORK permits. You will also be expected to learn and operate all sawmill equipment efficiently.
Flexibility is a core requirement of this position. You must be prepared to work longer hours on short notice and commit to a minimum of 20% of your time off production hours each week when the facility is not running. Travel to various locations may be required as needed.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Nightingale Lane, Grantham, Sullivan County, New Hampshire, 03753, United States
Grantham, New Hampshire
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMaintain mill and yard equipment in proper working order
- check_circleComplete preventive maintenance work orders in a timely manner
- check_circleInitiate purchasing of consumable parts with the PM Parts Purchaser
- check_circleAssemble and install equipment using hand and power tools
- check_circleOperate sawmill equipment efficiently when needed
- check_circleBuild and follow preventive maintenance programs for sawmill machinery and waste systems
- check_circleAdjust clearances and align parts to ensure proper operation
- check_circleWeld and fabricate using Mig and Stick welding techniques
- check_circleAnalyze information to solve maintenance problems effectively
- check_circleTroubleshoot, repair, and replace defective parts
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
- verified5+ years relevant maintenance experience
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Preventive Maintenance, Hot Work Permits, Cutting Torches, Mig Welding, Stick Welding, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Sawmill Equipment.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Frequently asked questions about Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT at Kennebec Lumber Company
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In this Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT at Kennebec Lumber Company role, you will maintain mill and yard equipment in proper working order; complete preventive maintenance work orders in a timely manner; initiate purchasing of consumable parts with the pm parts purchaser; and assemble and install equipment using hand and power tools.
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Kennebec Lumber Company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent; and 5+ years relevant maintenance experience.
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Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT at Kennebec Lumber Company is based in Nightingale Lane, Grantham, Sullivan County, New Hampshire, 03753, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Kennebec Lumber Company has listed this Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT role as on-site.
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Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT at Kennebec Lumber Company typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT at Kennebec Lumber Company include Preventive Maintenance; Hot Work Permits; Cutting Torches; Mig Welding; Stick Welding; Hand Tools; Power Tools; and Sawmill Equipment.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
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Maintenance Millwright- NIGHT SHIFT at Kennebec Lumber Company is part of the maintenance job category on Recrutus.
About Kennebec Lumber Company
Kennebec Lumber Company operates within the paper and forest product manufacturing sector, serving as a major wholesale lumber producer in the Northeastern United States. Headquartered in Solon, Maine, the organization specializes in Eastern White Pine and hardwood products. The company supports diverse client needs through export services, including container loading capabilities, alongside custom processing options such as rip-to-width and cut-to-length programs tailored to specific customer requirements.
The business emphasizes efficient manufacturing systems designed to maximize material recovery and minimize waste. A core component of their operational model involves a steadfast commitment to quality control and sustainable business practices. This ethical approach to manufacturing aims to reduce environmental impact while delivering consistent, reliable products. The company maintains direct communication channels for sales inquiries and general correspondence to facilitate partnerships with trade clients across the region.
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