Maintenance Millwright

Shift: Monday - Friday on Days

Sign on bonus: $1,000 after 45 days, $2,500 after 90 days if you are employee in good standing

ABOUT PORTLAND BOLT

Portland Bolt & Manufacturing Co. has built its business success on a philosophy of unparalleled service, quality products, and on-time delivery. Established in 1912, Portland Bolt manufactures large bolts and fasteners for construction projects worldwide - including high-rise buildings, bridges, power plants, and stadiums. With facilities in Portland, OR; Bellows Falls, VT; Jordan, NY; and N. Augusta, SC, and products shipped to all 50 states, 10 Canadian provinces and territories, and 31 countries, we are a growing, global organization rooted in manufacturing excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Millwright is a senior-level, highly autonomous role responsible for keeping Portland Bolt's mechanically driven production equipment - much of it dating from the 1950s–70s - running safely and reliably. This role diagnoses, repairs, rebuilds, and fabricates independently with minimal supervision, owns the condition of the plant's equipment, and has a direct line to operations leadership.

MAINTENANCE & MILLWRIGHT OPERATIONS

• Troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and maintain production machinery, including legacy mechanical equipment where manuals and OEM support are no longer available
• Independently diagnose failures across bearings, gearboxes, drives, power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication systems
• Perform precision work - alignment, leveling, and fitting to close tolerances - using precision measuring instruments
• Fabricate and machine replacement parts (weld, cut, mill, turn) when parts cannot be purchased; on equipment of this age, this is a core function
• Rig, move, and install equipment safely

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and run the preventive and predictive maintenance program, documenting work in the ERP system (Acumatica)
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics, and reverse-engineer parts and systems when drawings do not exist
• Operate overhead cranes and shop equipment safely
• Own problems from diagnosis through resolution without step-by-step direction
• Take ownership of the plant's condition and raise concerns with operations leadership before equipment fails
• Perform other duties as assigned

SAFETY

• Follow all safety precautions, lockout/tagout procedures, and production safety guidelines at all times
• Rig, lift, and move equipment and materials safely using appropriate crane, hoist, and rigging practices
• Follow safe welding, cutting, and machining practices
• Inspect equipment for integrity and safety; report anomalous conditions and hazards promptly
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and shop

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Environment:

• Industrial shop environment with older mechanical production equipment; exposure to noise, heat, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment
• Exposure to oils, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, and welding fumes

Protective Equipment Required:

• Safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear; additional task-specific PPE (e.g., welding protection) as required

Physical & Sensory Demands:

• Stands and walks for extended periods; frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing
• Lifts and carries materials and components up to 75 lbs; heavier items require rigging, a team lift, or mechanical assist
• Vision adequate for precision measurement, blueprint reading, and close inspection work

WHY PORTLAND BOLT

Portland Bolt offers a competitive total compensation package including:

• Profit sharing quarterly bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Free, onsite parking
• Onsite gym
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years industrial maintenance / millwright experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record maintaining and repairing older industrial machinery with limited supervision.
• Welding, fabrication, and basic machining competence.
• Proficiency with precision measurement, hand and power tools, and blueprint reading.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role (lifting, climbing, standing for extended periods in a shop environment).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in fastener, forging, casting, or heavy-metal manufacturing.
• CMMS / ERP maintenance documentation experience (Acumatica a plus).
• Hydraulic and pneumatic system rebuild experience.