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Sawmill Maintenance Technician

Date Posted: Jun 26, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Jacksonville Beach, Florida, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Experience:
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Sep 24, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The Sawmill Maintenance Technician role at West Fraser involves ensuring the proper operation and maintenance of planer machines in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. The technician is responsible for both preventive and corrective maintenance tasks and must demonstrate a strong understanding of safety procedures and the ability to perform machinery measurements and adjustments.

Key responsibilities

  • Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment and safety rules
  • Perform critical measurements using a caliper
  • Set, monitor, and maintain the planer machine
  • Conduct minor repairs and preventive maintenance
  • Plan and take responsibility for major repairs
  • Feed the Planer and maintain constant lumber flow
  • Assist maintenance on major machine repairs
  • Perform routine maintenance and lubrication
  • Change knives as needed
  • Maintain proper setup and operation of the planer
  • Assist with maintenance repairs to other machines
  • Complete West Fraser Qualified Millwright training

Required skills

  • Mechanical reasoning
  • Machine maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Lockout procedures
  • Safety procedures
  • Planer operation
  • Hand tool operation
  • Caliper measurements
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting

What the company offers

Not specified in the original listing.

Skills Required

Company Overview

Kingsland, South Georgia, United States of America

West Fraser is a leading diversified wood products company. They focus on quality and sustainability in their manufacturing practices while adhering to safety protocols to ensure a healthy work environment. Read More

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