Technical Instructor - Millwright

An established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Millwright or Industrial Maintenance professional to serve as a Technical Instructor in its career and technical training program. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson who enjoys mentoring others and sharing their technical knowledge. Previous teaching experience is an asset but not required, with instructional and curriculum support provided by program management. The instructor will deliver classroom and hands-on training, helping students develop the mechanical knowledge, troubleshooting abilities, safe work habits, and practical skills needed for careers in industrial maintenance and manufacturing. Students will divide their time between technical instruction and supervised work experience in an active manufacturing environment. Compensation: $45.00 - $55.00/hour. Medical, Dental, Vision 401k ​Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave Full-time, day shift position. Key Responsibilities: Deliver classroom instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on training in millwright and industrial maintenance fundamentals. Teach mechanical systems including bearings, drives, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, alignment, lubrication, and preventive maintenance. Develop practical training exercises covering equipment inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical repair, fabrication, and root-cause problem solving. Reinforce safe work practices, hazard recognition, PPE requirements, and proper maintenance procedures. Collaborate with program management to develop curriculum, training materials, demonstrations, and practical assessments. Mentor students, evaluate technical progress, and reinforce professionalism, reliability, teamwork, communication, and accountability. Key Qualifications: Significant hands-on Millwright experience in a lumber mill, sawmill, plywood/veneer facility, or other wood-products manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance, mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Working knowledge of bearings, power transmission, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and equipment alignment. Welding/fabrication experience and familiarity with PLC-controlled or automated industrial equipment are assets. Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and the ability to explain technical concepts in practical, understandable terms. Previous experience mentoring apprentices, training employees, or developing others is preferred, along with the patience and communication skills needed to work with individuals new to industrial maintenance.