About the Job We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Tradesman to join our team. As a Millwright, you will be responsible for performing various tasks such as equipment installation, maintenance, and repair. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical aptitude, welding, and fabrication. They will also possess excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment. Key Responsibilities: • Install, align, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment • Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure optimal equipment performance • Inspect and examine machinery to detect irregularities and malfunctions • Adjust and repair defective parts • Operate machine tools to fabricate parts required during overhaul or maintenance Requirements: • 4+ years of experience as a Millwright • 2-year Associate's Degree or equivalent relevant training • Strong communication and problem-solving skills • Ability to weld and fabricate steel • Physical ability to perform demanding tasks in a manufacturing environment Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Ongoing training and development opportunities • A dynamic and supportive work environment Working Conditions: The physical demands of this role include frequent exposure to moderate to high noise levels, extreme temperatures, and moving mechanical parts.
See More Details >>Key Responsibilities: • Follow and promote customer service programs. • Greet customers promptly and assist with merchandise selection. • Support professional customers as needed and directed. • Complete assigned training relevant to the position. • Provide excellent phone service by answering calls, looking up parts, and recommending items. • Maintain cash drawers, process transactions, and handle exchanges and returns. • Address customer complaints and resolve issues. • Assist with daily operational tasks, such as freight reception, stocking shelves, and cleaning. • Perform various services for customers, including brake lathe operation and vehicle inspections. • Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle to make deliveries when business needs dictate. Required Skills: • Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences. • Provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service. • Multitask handling customers on the phone and in the store simultaneously. Benefits: • Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off. • Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One. • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA). • Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs. • Tuition Educational Assistance Programs. • Opportunities for Career Growth.
See More Details >>ABOUT Navy ships are constantly crossing the ocean, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles to the shores of every continent on Earth. As a Machinist’s Mate, you help ensure your ship arrives safely by maintaining the propulsion and auxiliary systems that get the crew in place for the mission. Your experience will include work across every inch of the ship, so whether you’re repairing a steam turbine or adjusting an aircraft elevator, you can expect to gain thorough working knowledge of all things mechanical on ships like cruisers and destroyers. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Machinist’s Mates (MM) are responsible for operating and maintaining ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment and outside machinery. Specifically, your job responsibilities as an MM may include: • Aligning piping systems for oil, water, air and steam • Operating ship boilers and steam turbines used for ship propulsion • Operating turbo generators used to produce electrical power • Cleaning, adjusting, testing and maintaining boilers, engines, generators • Maintaining auxiliary machinery including steering engines, elevators, winches, pumps and valves • Operating and maintaining water desalination plants • Maintaining refrigeration plants, air conditioning systems and galley equipment • Repairing valves, pumps, heat exchangers, compressors, steam turbines and hydraulic and pneumatic devices • Creating and analyzing machinery operating reports and records PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in La Grande, OR, typically begins with specialized education and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. This pathway allows individuals to earn while they learn, with apprenticeships lasting about four to five years. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In La Grande, OR, machinists earn an average of $1,176 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Technical colleges, unions, and training programs offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
