Millwright in New Jersey: Jobs, Certifications & Pay
New Jersey Millwright salaries, license requirements and active job openings: everything you need to plan your career in the New Jersey trades.
New Jersey Millwright Market at a Glance
Millwright job market data for New Jersey: median pay, projected growth through 2032 and annual job openings, from CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor).
New Jersey Millwright Salary by Career Stage
See what Millwright workers in New Jersey earn at every stage of their career, from entry-level apprenticeships to top-earning contractors.
Apprentice Millwright
Median Annual Salary
$29 to $35
$61K to $73K
Journeyman Millwright
Median Annual Salary
$35 to $51
$73K to $107K
Master Millwright
Median Annual Salary
$51 to $60
$107K to $126K
Contractor
Median Annual Salary
$60 to $69+
$126K to $145K+
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
Top New Jersey Millwright Jobs
Live Millwright job openings across New Jersey. Browse current postings from top employers and contractors hiring now by pay rate, schedule, work environment plus more.
Per Diem Millwright Jobs in New Jersey
Travel for work, earn more. Per diem Millwright jobs in New Jersey include daily allowances for lodging and meals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed when paid for temporary travel under an employer's accountable plan.
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Per Diem Millwright Jobs Pay More
Per diem positions let skilled tradespeople travel while earning premium pay. These short-term assignments add daily allowances for lodging, meals and incidentals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed under an employer's accountable plan.
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Top 10 Highest-Paying US States for Millwrights
The 10 US states where Millwright workers earn the most at the top of their career, ranked by annual salary. Click any state to explore Millwright jobs and career data there.
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
| Rank | State | Annual Salary | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Jersey | $126,300 | $60.73/hr |
| 2 | California | $109,100 | $52.49/hr |
| 3 | Washington | $103,500 | $49.78/hr |
| 4 | New Mexico | $101,600 | $48.87/hr |
| 5 | Michigan | $92,300 | $44.38/hr |
| 6 | Missouri | $91,700 | $44.13/hr |
| 7 | Indiana | $91,400 | $43.95/hr |
| 8 | Kansas | $91,300 | $43.93/hr |
| 9 | New York | $90,800 | $43.67/hr |
| 10 | Wisconsin | $90,700 | $43.62/hr |
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New Jersey Millwright FAQ
Common questions about Millwright careers in New Jersey: licensing, salaries, per diem opportunities, and how to get started.
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Ready to Build Your Millwright Career in New Jersey?
Millwright jobs in New Jersey aren't just paychecks. They're careers with real earning potential, job security, and a community of tradespeople who show up and get things built. New Jersey contractors are hiring Millwright workers right now. Find millwright jobs, build your trade file, and take the next step in your career.