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Position Title :

Maintenance Technician

Pay Rate : $24.72 / hr.

Category / Shift :

Hourly Full-Time Day Shift with required night or rotating shifts depending on operational needs.

Physical Location : Shreveport Coatings

1212 Tolmak Road

Shreveport, LA 71107

The Job You Will Perform : .

• Lead and motivate employees by setting an example of positive behavior in Safety, Quality, and Job Performance.
• Excellent teamwork and cooperation; must work independently as well as in a team setting. Willingness to be fully cross-trained in other technical areas of the facility.
• Industrial Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic troubleshooting experience and repair
• Following all safety rules and practices.
• Ensure product safety
• Performing preventative 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; knowledge of detailed mechanical equipment drawings and ability to use detailed blueprints in carrying out troubleshooting and equipment repair
• Contacting and working with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results
• Accurately using measurement and test equipment; knowledge of types of pitch, diameter of gears (spur, bevel, right angle, herringbone and rack and pinion); ability to install and check for backlash and wear and maintain gears; knowledge of all tools and proficient with scales, tape measures, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, torque wrenches, pullers, drill press, grinder, wire brush, and acetylene torch.
• Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed; read and interpret pneumatic and hydraulic schematics and diagrams; ability to design, build and install simple pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Safely operating the boiler, and maintaining adequate operation steam pressure (greater than or equal to 180 PSI)
• Knowledge of mechanical drives and their function and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of rigging (coma longs, port-a-power, blocking, chain falls, slings, chokers, hydraulic jack, machine dollies, booms and spreader bars
• Proficient in all types of welding; arc and gas (torch, stick, mig and tig)
• Identify types of bearing and class of fits (roller, ball, tapered & cylindrical and spherical) identify proper sizing of belts, sheaves, sprockets & chains.
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks
• Accurately and completely preparing and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork
• Utilize maintenance computer system to enter notifications, time, research parts, manuals, drawings, etc.
• Trouble-shooting and solving problems
• Maintaining teamwork with other associates
• Keeping supervision informed of problems and / or unusual situations
• Attend on and off site required training related to role
• Must be able to work at heights
• Must be willing and  able to lift and carry 50lbs
• Must be able to operate forklift, clamp truck, man lift, or other motorized equipment per IP standards
• Must be willing and able to take call or fill in for other shifts when needed.

Qualifications for maintenance technicians include the ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation; 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 maintenance supervisor evaluates maintenance technician qualifications.

Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability

This is a Safety Sensitive position

This is an interview position and will require taking the maintenance skills test prior to interviewing

The Skills You Will Bring :

AND one of the following :

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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 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. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and 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 2022 were $21.2 billion. 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.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

Shreveport, LA 71107