A Maintenance Technician

Position Title:  A Maintenance Technician  

Pay Rate: $30.75   

Category/Shift: Hourly Full Time/2nd Shift 7pm-7am. 

Physical Location: 330 Hudson Rd  Griffin Ga.30224  Phone: 770-412-4341

The Job You Will Perform: 

Maintenance technicians perform a variety of activities to maintain plant equipment and facilities in optimum operating condition.  These activities include scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency / break down repairs. Maintenance technicians report to the maintenance supervisor.

Primarily maintenance technician duties / responsibilities include:

• Following all safety rules and practices
• Preforming 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;
• Referencing equipment manuals and other technical literature;
• Contacting and working with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results;
• Accurately using measurement and test equipment;
• Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed;
• Safely operating the boiler, and maintaining adequate operating steam pressure (> 180 PSI);
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks;
• Accurately and completely preparing and maintaining maintenance records and other paperwork;
• Trouble-shooting and solving problems;
• Maintaining teamwork with other associates;
• Keeping supervision informed of problems and/or unusual situations;
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervision.

The Skills You Bring Must Include:   

• High school diploma (or GED) is required
• 2 to 3 years of verifiable maintenance experience in warehouse environment
• The ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodations
• The ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation
• The ability to read, write, and speak English
• The ability to accurately use and read a variety of measuring devices; well-rounded electrical, mechanical, and machine shop skills and experience; the ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including vacation and holidays
• Retirement and 401K Matching Program
• Medical and Dental
• Education and Development
• Life and Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership Training
• Promotion Opportunities  

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. In Russia, we have a 50/50 joint venture, Ilim Group, the country's largest integrated manufacturer of pulp and paper. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.