Millwright – Industrial Bolting & Stud Tensioning

Short-Term Industrial Project | East Dubuque, IL
$35.00/Hour + $150/Day Per Diem + $0.73/Mile
Paid Travel Time | Guaranteed 12 Hours/Day
August 30 – September 2, 2026

We are hiring 4 experienced Millwrights for a short-term industrial project in East Dubuque, IL performing specialized industrial bolting and stud tensioning work at a nitrogen fertilizer facility.

This is a high-hour, physically demanding project that is ideal for experienced Millwrights, Boilermakers, Industrial Mechanics, and other skilled tradespeople with a strong mechanical background.

Project Details
Start Date: August 30, 2026
Duration: Approximately 4 days
Location: East Dubuque, IL
Pay: $35.00/hour
Schedule: 12–16 hours per day
Guaranteed: 12 hours paid per day, even if the scheduled work is completed sooner
Saturday & Sunday: Time-and-a-half for all hours worked
Paid Lunch: Lunch breaks are paid
Paid Standby: Standby time is paid
Travel Time: Paid at your regular hourly rate for travel in and out
Mileage: $0.73 per mile
Per Diem: $150 per day
Openings: 4
Physical Requirements: This is physically demanding industrial work
Job Responsibilities
Perform industrial bolting and stud tensioning work
Work with large-diameter studs, nuts, flanges, and heavy industrial components
Assist with installation, removal, alignment, and mechanical assembly
Operate specialized hydraulic bolting and tensioning equipment
Perform manual handling and positioning of heavy components and tooling
Follow procedures for high-torque and hydraulic tensioning applications
Work safely around industrial process equipment and piping systems
Support the project team with general millwright and mechanical duties as needed
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Millwright, Boilermaker, Industrial Mechanic, Pipefitter, or similar skilled trade
Strong mechanical aptitude and industrial maintenance experience
Experience with large industrial bolting, flange work, studs, or mechanical assembly is highly preferred
Hydraulic bolt tensioning or industrial torque equipment experience is a plus
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods
Ability to work 12–16 hour shifts
Must be available for the entire project, August 30–September 2
Must be clean shaven or have a mustache only due to site requirements
Must be able to travel to East Dubuque, IL
Must be able to complete required site-specific training and screening