Maintenance Technician - Hiring Now!

Company: West Fraser
Location: Tyler
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

Our Millwright Apprentice is a key player in a company-wide continuous improvement effort through daily use of troubleshooting, and predictive and preventative maintenance strategies. As a member of this high performing team, you will be responsible for being a team player and working safely with all machinery within the mill. What you will do: Repair and maintain industrial equipment to include conveying systems, major machine centers such as debarkers, canters, gang saws, and edgers Perform preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure "Just in time" maintenance Move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks Adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts Align machines such as pumps, sheaves, and sprockets using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb tools Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools Lay out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drill holes with power drill Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts Level bedplate and establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tool What you need to be successful: Must have High School Diploma or GED Must be a self-starter who can work safely under high-pressure situations Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check Must be willing to travel and complete the West Fraser Qualified Millwright training program. Must be safety oriented and comply with ZES Able to read and understand drawings and printed instructions Must pass the trade qualifications test Must be willing and able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed Willing and able to climb stairs, ladders, or work in elevated areas Willing to work in confined areas Must be able to navigate around tablets to perform documentation of maintenance activities Skills and experience that will make you stand out: Cutting torch experience (Oxygen/Acetylene) Welding experience (GMAW and SMAW) Previous Millwright experience Outstanding benefits package including: Benefits starting Day 1 Competitive starting pay On-the-job training A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within Medical, Dental & Vision 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution Employee Stock Purchase Plan Life Insurance Disability Insurance Paid vacations and holidays Apply: If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: https://www.westfraser.com/careers/current-opportunities We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please. West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace Experience Required 3 year(s): Millwright/Maintenance Experience Education Required High School or better in General Studies or related field GED or better Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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