Stimson Lumber Company in Gaston, OR is seeking a talented Millwright.
Keep the Mill Running. Build a Skilled Trades Career That Pays.
Advanced mechanical and electrical maintenance work with a direct impact on mill performance.
Stable, year-round manufacturing environment with a clear path into senior maintenance and leadership roles.
Consistent full-time schedule. Day and swing shifts available.
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$44.00–$48.00 per hour depending on experience
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$1.50 per hour swing shift differential
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$2.00 per hour graveyard shift differential
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Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
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$2,500+ referral bonuses
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Profit sharing up to 3%
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401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 6% of contributions, fully vested on day one
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80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
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Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
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Additional Benefits: Tuition reimbursement, family scholarships, access to company-owned recreation lands, wellness rewards, life & disability insurance, EAP and support services.
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This is not entry-level production work. This is a critical maintenance role responsible for keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently.
If you are mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and experienced in industrial maintenance, we will invest in your continued development.
Many of our maintenance leaders started in this role.
For more than 150 years, Stimson has been a steady employer and a place where people build long-term careers.
We are a safety-first, team-oriented workplace where maintenance professionals play a key role in production reliability and continuous improvement.
We promote from within – and we do it consistently. Typical advancement paths include:
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Senior Millwright
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Maintenance Lead
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Maintenance Supervisor
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Reliability/Continuous Improvement roles
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As a Millwright, you are responsible for ensuring mill equipment runs safely, reliably, and efficiently. Your day-to-day work includes:
Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life
- Maintain, install, repair, improve, and troubleshoot mill machinery including conveyor systems, saws, kilns, and de-barkers
- Diagnose machine performance issues and implement corrective solutions
Technical Expertise:
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints
- Perform welding and fabrication to repair and modify equipment components
- Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Work alongside electricians on electrical systems and components
- Evaluate and test equipment efficiency, recommending improvements
Documentation & Communication:
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, parts inventory, and closing reports
- Proactively communicate with all departments to ensure proper operation of equipment
- Regularly educate maintenance and operations teams on evolving programs
Continuous Improvement:
- Continuously evaluate and analyze quality, safety, and production processes
- Identify and suggest new approaches or best practices to drive improvement
- Partner with machine operators to improve efficiency and reliability
- Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs
Safety & Compliance:
- Follow and model strict safety protocols and regulatory compliance standards
- Make safety in the workplace the number one priority
- Work cross-functionally with production and leadership teams to keep the mill operating safely
This is hands-on, technical work in a fast-paced industrial setting where your expertise directly drives uptime, safety, and mill performance.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of industrial equipment maintenance experience
- Sawmill operations experience preferred
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in mechanical systems: conveyor systems, saws, kilns, de-barkers
- Skilled in welding and fabrication for equipment repair and modification
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints
- Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems maintenance and troubleshooting
- Basic understanding of electrical systems and electrical safety practices
- Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose mechanical issues quickly and accurately
Work Style & Competencies:
- Team player with excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Highly self-motivated and able to work independently
- Collaborative approach with willingness to mentor less experienced millwrights
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work non-standard hours or weekends when urgent needs arise
- Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures
Other Requirements:
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and move equipment as needed
Lift up to 50+ lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work around industrial equipment
- Work safely around moving mechanical systems
- Comfortable in loud conditions with airborne sawdust
- Comfortable working in indoor and outdoor temperatures
- Flexibility to work non-standard hours or weekends when urgent maintenance needs arise
Take the next step toward a long-term, meaningful career. After you submit your application, our hiring team will review your information and contact qualified candidates.
Apply today and start building a career that lasts.
We are actively reviewing applications for multiple openings.
Stimson Lumber is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment assessment required.
