| Construction Millwrights generally work 7-1/2 hours
a day, five days a week. Since millwrights mainly work indoors, sturdy work clothes and proper safety equipment should be worn at all times. |
| Topics covered in apprenticeship training include: |
| Using hand and power tools | Use and care of precision measuring equipment |
| Communication | Job planning, preparation and set-up |
| Trade calculations and science | Selection and use of materials and fasteners |
| Welding, brazing and soldering | Selection and application of lubricants |
| Safety | Rigging and hoisting |
| Set-up and use of machine tools | How to read drawings and schematics |
| Installation and maintenance of: |
| Material handling systems | Machinery and automated and robotic systems |
| Power transmission systems | Fans and blowers |
| Compressors and pumps | Electric and electronic controls |
| Bearings, seals and packing | Pneumatic systems |
| Pipe systems and values | Hydraulic systems |
