High school diploma or GED required; Technical training or millwright apprenticeship preferred
8-15+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience
3-5+ years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance environments
Strong knowledge of rotating equipment maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and equipment schematics
Responsibilities
Supervise and direct millwright crews, contractors, and mechanical maintenance personnel
Assign daily work activities and ensure proper manpower utilization
Monitor workforce productivity, performance, and adherence to safety standards
Oversee maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of critical industrial equipment
Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a safety-first culture
Participate in root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training
Involvement in safety audits and incident investigations
Access to state-of-the-art mechanical maintenance technologies
Diverse work environment across various industrial sectors
Potential for leadership advancement in high-impact mechanical projects
Full Job Description
ob Summary
The Millwright Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating millwright and mechanical maintenance activities in an industrial environment. This role supervises field personnel, contractors, and maintenance crews engaged in the installation, repair, alignment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of rotating and stationary equipment. The Millwright Supervisor ensures all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards, production requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
This position supports daily maintenance operations, outages, shutdowns, and reliability initiatives within facilities such as refineries, petrochemical plants, paper mills, power plants, and heavy manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Supervision & Leadership
Supervise and direct millwright crews, contractors, and mechanical maintenance personnel.
Assign daily work activities and ensure proper manpower utilization.
Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to maintenance teams.
Monitor workforce productivity, performance, and adherence to safety standards.
Conduct daily toolbox meetings and communicate work priorities.
Mechanical Maintenance Operations
Oversee maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of:
Pumps
Compressors
Motors
Gearboxes
Conveyors
Turbines
Fans and blowers
Rotating equipment
Ensure proper equipment alignment, balancing, and precision maintenance practices.
Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
Support emergency repair and breakdown response efforts.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with:
OSHA regulations
Site safety requirements
Process Safety Management (PSM) standards
Enforce safe work practices including:
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Confined space entry
Hot work permitting
Rigging and lifting procedures
Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
Promote a strong safety-first culture.
Planning & Scheduling
Coordinate with maintenance planners and operations personnel to prioritize and schedule maintenance work.
Support outage, turnaround, and shutdown planning activities.
Ensure required tools, materials, permits, and equipment are available prior to job execution.
Monitor work progress and adjust resources as needed to meet operational demands.
Quality Assurance
Ensure maintenance work is completed according to company standards, OEM specifications, and engineering requirements.
Verify proper installation and repair techniques are followed.
Minimize rework through effective supervision and quality control practices.
Reliability & Continuous Improvement
Assist with root cause analysis and equipment failure investigations.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.
Support continuous improvement and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
Administrative Responsibilities
Review and approve:
Daily reports
Timekeeping records
Work orders
Maintenance documentation
Utilize CMMS systems such as:
SAP
IBM Maximo
Track maintenance KPIs and crew performance metrics.
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Technical training or millwright apprenticeship preferred.
Experience
8-15+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience.
3-5+ years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance environments.
Experience in:
Refineries
Petrochemical plants
Paper mills
Power plants
Heavy manufacturing facilities preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong knowledge of:
Rotating equipment maintenance
Precision alignment
Rigging and lifting
Mechanical troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret:
P&IDs
Mechanical drawings
Equipment schematics
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Experience with predictive maintenance technologies preferred.
Preferred Certifications
NCCER Millwright Certification
OSHA 30
NCCCO Rigging/Signal Person (preferred)
TWIC Card (for refinery/petrochemical access)
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in industrial environments including:
Elevated areas
Confined spaces
Outdoor conditions
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Work Environment
Industrial facilities such as refineries, petrochemical plants, paper mills, and manufacturing sites.
Combination of field supervision and administrative responsibilities.
May require:
Extended hours
Weekend work
Outage/turnaround support
Emergency call-outs
About KBR, Inc
KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
