Millwright

Position: Millwright | Location: Knoxville, TN

Schedule: Full-Time | Overtime Available

Powering the Workforce That Builds America. Fueled by Purpose. Built for Blue Collar.

Trades Exchange (TEX) is seeking dependable, skilled, and safety-driven Millwrights for industrial and mechanical projects with Cherokee Millwright. This position involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy industrial machinery and mechanical systems in fast-paced industrial environments.

We are looking for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude, industrial experience, and the ability to work safely and efficiently under pressure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, assemble, align, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and layout drawings
• Perform equipment tear-downs, rebuilds, and precision alignments
• Work with conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, compressors, and rotating equipment
• Perform rigging and material handling operations safely
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, precision measuring tools, and welding equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and assist with repairs
• Work shutdowns, outages, and production maintenance projects
• Follow all OSHA and site-specific safety procedures
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Work effectively with supervisors, operators, welders, ironworkers, and other trades

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous millwright, industrial maintenance, or mechanical installation experience preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Experience with rigging, alignments, bearings, pumps, conveyors, and industrial equipment preferred
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have basic hand tools for the trade
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in physically demanding environments
• Comfortable working overtime, weekends, and shutdown schedules when needed
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude required
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 is a plus

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay
• Weekly Pay
• Overtime Opportunities
• Long-Term Industrial Projects
• Opportunity for Temp-to-Perm Placement
• Work with Established Industrial Contractors
• Career Growth Opportunities

APPLY TODAY

Trades Exchange (TEX)
knoxville@tradesexchange.net
865-444-4049

Join a team that stays in the trenches with skilled tradespeople and powers the workforce that keeps America running.

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What Millwright tools do you own?
• What Industrial projects have you been on?

Experience:

• Millwright: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person