Western Machine Works is a Portland-based company specializing in the repair and refurbishing of industrial equipment for various critical industries. WMW has been in business for over 30 years and maintains a strong and stable customer base. We have experienced no personnel layoffs in over 20 years.

The Millwright position at our Portland, Oregon shop entails hands-on mechanical work and the mounting and dismounting of large bearings. You will be working on various industrial components and parts used in Wind Power, Hydroelectric, Pulp & Paper, Marine, Steel, and other Heavy Industries.

Benefits Include:

• Wage up to $35 / hour depending on experience.
• Overtime pay available: for both time and a half and double time.
• Signing bonus. Retention bonus at 6 months and 1 year. Premium swing shift differential.
• COLA (Cost-Of-Living-Adjustment) contribution annually.
• Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
• 5% 401K matching plan.
• Life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.
• Education reimbursement.
• Yearly bonus plan. PTO (Personal Time Off) depending on experience.
• 9 Paid holidays. Company-provided meals on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Company-provided overalls refreshed daily.
• Calibration of personal measuring instruments.
• Reimbursement for safety glasses.
• All required PPE provided.
• Climate-controlled, clean, and safe working environment.
• Employee-recognition events. Consistent workload availability.

Requirements:

• Graduate of accredited technical school, or currently seeking to complete a qualified apprenticeship program; or 3+ years of hands-on mechanical repairs job experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently or as part of a group.
• Understanding of best practices for mounting and dismounting large bearings.
• Understanding of rigging and use of overhead cranes.
• Oxy/Acetylene Torch and welding knowledge are beneficial.
• Must be competent with the accurate use of ID and OD micrometers.
• Standard personal toolbox.
• Must be extremely detail-oriented and have the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to push/pull and lift over 50 lbs.

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Western Machine Works
info@westernmachine.com

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Western Machine Works
12005 N. Burgard Rd., Portland, OR 97203

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