Maintenance Mechanic A
International PaperAbout the role
Position Title:
Maintenance – Mechanic
Pay Rate:
$25.76/hr - $35.26/hr (Based on experience and qualifications)
Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time (Monday-Friday with weekends as needed)
Must be available to work all shifts.
1st Shift: 7a-3p
2nd Shift: 3p-11p
3rd Shift: 11p-7a
Physical Location:
Petersburg Box
2333 Wells Rd.
Petersburg, VA 23805
804-861-8164
The Job You Will Perform:
- Following all safety rules and practices
- Performing preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels.
- Performing emergency / break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations.
- Accurately using measurement and test equipment.
- Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed.
- Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks.
- Accurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork.
- Trouble-shooting and solving problems.
- Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem solving skills.
- Willingness to fully cross train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities.
- Candidates must be willing to work alternative shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
- Able to work with computer system for maintenance processes, stores and work orders.
- Performing other duties as assigned by supervision.
The Skills You Will Bring:
- Mechanical aptitude
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Electrical knowledge
Minimum qualifications include but are not limited to:
A high school degree, and at least two years of successful mechanical and electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair experience in a manufacturing facility. Highly qualified candidates would possess manufacturing experience in the corrugated industry.
- On-the-job success in safety, attendance and quality of work expected.
- Maintenance experience in corrugated a plus. Strong knowledgeable of lubrication, hydraulics, welding, pneumatics, electrical and electronics technologies.
- Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem solving skills.
- Willingness to fully cross train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities.
- Willing and able to work any shift, call-ins, holidays, and overtime as there is a constant demand for overtime in our maintenance department.
- Able to work with computer system for maintenance processes, stores and work orders.
Prior to initiating employment, all candidates considered for employment will be required to participate in an extensive testing process which includes a written and hands-on test, structured panel interview, background check and physical/drug testing.
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re
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