Millwright Mechanic

Ergon's Corporate Maintenance department has an opening for a Millwright in the Vicksburg, MS area.

Ergon is a family-owned oil and gas company based in the Jackson, MS area with facilities across the US. The Corporate Maintenance department services primarily the asphalt and emulsions division by providing an internal resource for routine maintenance work as well as specified project work.

Millwrights provide regional support to Ergon facilities for the repair and service of rotating equipment including centrifugal pumps, positive-displacement pumps, colloidal mills, blowers, fans, top and side entering mixers, gearboxes, and other mechanical-related equipment.

This position requires a positive individual who possesses a team-oriented attitude and works in a participative manner with supervision and co-workers.

Due to the nationwide spread of Ergon's facilities, this position requires up to 75% travel.

Millwright Pay:

• $25.00/hour to $40.50/hour

Millwright Job Duties:

• Service, repair, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance on rotating and mechanical-related equipment.
• Perform and teach the aligning of pumps, gearboxes, motors, and belt driven systems.
• Maintain records of all service and repairs and have a safe and clean working environment by complying with all procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Work with customers, co-workers, and associates to develop and maintain strong working relationships in a cooperative work environment.
• Recognize tasks outside of normal job duties and assist others when applicable.
• Maintain Safe work practices and good hazard recognition in all aspects of the job.

Millwright Requirements:

• A high school diploma or GED
• Minimum of one year of experience in repairing rotating equipment (listed above)
• Basic knowledge of machining, welding, and electrical practices.
• Demonstrate good communication and organizational skills.
• Capable of lifting or moving objects that weigh 50 pounds or more and perform tasks that involve bending, lifting, and climbing tanks or other structures.
• Capable of working extensive overtime, up to 80 hours, when needed.
• Capable of working weekends if necessary.
• Willing to routinely travel to facilities (typically up to a week) as needed to perform job function.

The person selected must have a valid driver's license, be able to work in confined spaces, and be able to work in any environment (heat, cold, rain, etc.). The person selected must reside in the Vicksburg, MS area.

Benefits include medical, 401k and matching, profit sharing, vacation, holidays, sick leave, and life insurance. Dental and long-term disability insurance are also offered.

Any offer of employment will be contingent on a routine background check, a pre-employment drug screen, and an acceptable motor vehicle report.

We are an EEO/AAP employer.