Matrix Project Services
Millwright Foreman
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Emporia, VA 23847, USA
Work mode:
Remote
Published on:
15 September 2026
What they need
Essential Functions
- Receives instructions covering the scheduled and emergency repairs, installation, and inspection work to be done.
- Inspects plant/refinery equipment for defects, such as, misalignment, wear, insufficient lubrication, etc.
- Determines the best way of making repairs to minimize interruption of production.
- Advises when immediate shut-down of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporarily continued operation will have no harmful effect.
- Dismantle, cleans, repairs, replaces, installs, maintains, assembles, and lubricates mechanical equipment.
- Adjusts equipment for proper operating characteristics.
- Makes either temporary or permanent repairs.
- Assembles and aligns gears, bearings, and shafts involving the application of press, sliding, and running fits.
- Operates simple machine tools, such as, drill press, pipe-threading machine, and power saw.
- Changes, sets up and adjusts equipment as required by current operating conditions.
- Works with repair crews as directed on emergency breakdowns.
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience
- Must have a minimum of four (4) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience.
- Must have a general knowledge of basic hand and power tools.
- Must be able to assemble, install and test machines and equipment to make sure they are working correctly.
- Able to use machinery or equipment, such as forklifts to move mechanical parts.
- Experience overseeing preventive maintenance by identifying and correcting potential issues, removing defective pieces and lubricating mechanical parts
- Must be able to manage the layout and placement of equipment and machinery in factory settings to ensure minimum downtime
- Must be able to pass the Millwright Skills Test at or above 70% or complete the NCCER certification for your craft.
- Must complete the Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training.
- Must maintain an active status within the DISA drug testing program.
Physical Requirements
- Employee will be standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
- Must be able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectively May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
- May be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off platforms while utilizing proper fall protection and safety protocols
- Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.
In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.
At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.
EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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