Learn about the job of an industrial mechanic
Learn about the job of an industrial mechanic
Overview of the career of a millwright.
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SPEAKER: A millwright, also known as an industrial mechanic, is a tradesperson who installs, maintains, and repairs stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. Millwrights utilize welding and operate metal-shaping machines. They also interpret drawings, follow layouts, and assemble parts until they are in perfect working order.
Industrial mechanics and millwright may be cross-trained in a second trade, such as pipe fitting, welding, machining, or electrical maintenance. A day in the life of a millwright begins after the mill shuts down and might involve installing a giant turbine for an industrial mechanic to maintain and keep humming.
As a millwright, you'll need to maintain and repair factory equipment and other industrial machinery, such as conveyor systems, production machinery, and packaging equipment; install, dismantle, repair, reassemble, and move machinery; operate braising and soldering equipment; operate metal-shaping machines; repair worn parts of metal products by welding on extra layers; and read and interpret blueprints or welding specifications.
This job is right for you if you like variety and enjoy learning new things. A desire to want to work with mechanical and electrical systems is a must. Completion of an apprenticeship or a two-year degree program is usually required. If you have excellent problem-solving skills and consider yourself a jack of all trades, you'll enjoy this job. For more information on becoming a millwright, visit forestryworks.com
Industrial mechanics and millwright may be cross-trained in a second trade, such as pipe fitting, welding, machining, or electrical maintenance. A day in the life of a millwright begins after the mill shuts down and might involve installing a giant turbine for an industrial mechanic to maintain and keep humming.
As a millwright, you'll need to maintain and repair factory equipment and other industrial machinery, such as conveyor systems, production machinery, and packaging equipment; install, dismantle, repair, reassemble, and move machinery; operate braising and soldering equipment; operate metal-shaping machines; repair worn parts of metal products by welding on extra layers; and read and interpret blueprints or welding specifications.
This job is right for you if you like variety and enjoy learning new things. A desire to want to work with mechanical and electrical systems is a must. Completion of an apprenticeship or a two-year degree program is usually required. If you have excellent problem-solving skills and consider yourself a jack of all trades, you'll enjoy this job. For more information on becoming a millwright, visit forestryworks.com