Millwright Apprentice

Mortenson • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Millwright Apprentice that will be responsible for learning while assisting journeymen millwrights in dismantling, erecting, assembling, aligning, adjusting, and/or maintaining machinery and equipment according to installation manuals, work instructions, layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Enrolled in Apprentice Aptitude Program
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, assembly/disassembly, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; strong teamwork orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and install using hand tools and ladders
• Dismantle machines using hand tools
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks
• Assemble and install equipment (such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails) using hand and power tools
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rulers, lasers, micrometers, and plumb bobs
• Assemble machines with bolts, welds, and rivets, and fasten them to foundation using hand tools and power tools
• Operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications
• Set, level, and align all classes and types of engines, motors, dynamos, generators, conveyors, elevators, monorails, train rails, and/or trolley beams or rails
• Grease and lubricate all types of equipment
• Clean, repair, and adjust all classes and types of jacks, chainfalls, pull-lift, block and tackles, impact wrenches, chipping hammers, rivet guns, air drills, and specialized hydraulic and electric precision torque/tension equipment
• Operate cranes, forklifts, hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, power tools, and other materials
• Receive and offload all major components
• Install loose components for nacelle, hub, and tower preparation
• Connect blades to hub
• Set base and tower sections
• Handle taglines
• Assist with main erection crane assembly and teardown
• Climb ladders – average 80m
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• All other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED