Millwrights

Install or move machinery according to layout plans or blueprints.

Millwrights install, take apart, or move machinery and heavy equipment. They do this according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.

Wages	$31.90 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician
On the Job	Work Activities Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning. Maintain work equipment or machinery. Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. Adjust the tension of nuts or bolts. Align equipment or machinery. Assemble mechanical components or machine parts. Bolt objects into place. Dismantle heavy equipment or machinery.
Career Pathways	Production
Find Jobs	ZIP code Powered by MinnesotaWorks.net

 

Next Steps

• Learn about other careers in Architecture and Construction.
• Explore all careers.

 

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.