Maintenance Journeyman III-Mechanical

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The Riverdale Mill is currently seeking Mechanical Journeymen who are dependable with excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills. The hourly rate of pay for is $42.86.

Position Title : 

Maintenance Journeyman III - Mechanical

Pay Rate :

$42.86/hr.

Category/Shift :

Hourly Full-Time

Physical Location :

601 County Road 78

Selma, AL 36703

334-872-3481

The Job You Will Perform:

This is a top journeyman-level mechanical maintenance person responsible to complete scheduled maintenance, preventive maintenance and break-in maintenance work along with performing many other duties both as part of a team and independently. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Obtain Daily work orders
• Dismantle Machines as needed
• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks
• Fit, assemble and install equipment
• Install machine and equipment according to lay-out plan, blue prints and other drawings
• Utilize hoist, lift trucks, hand tools and power tools
• Operate cranes, tow motors and fork lifts
• Align machines and equipment using hoist, jacks, hand tools, dial indicators, and laser alignment tools
• Install machinery; new and existing equipment; planning sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and cutting pipe; threading and ending pipe by hand or with pipe bending machine
• Joint piping; secure pipe to structure
• May repair and lubricate machine and equipment
• Refurbish/maintain valves, pumps, gear boxes, bearings, agitators, conveyors, turbines, paper machines, lime kiln
• Knowledge of metric system
• Ability to work in heights
• Measure for bearing clearance and shaft diameters
• Troubleshoot equipment reliability issues
• Fabricate structural materials as needed
• Perform welding as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

DESIRED SKILLS:

Successful candidate should have the ability to :

• Personally exhibit safety as a core value and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety
• Represent both company policy and direction
• Develop knowledge of department and mill operations processes, equipment and systems
• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively alone or within a team
• Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
• Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams
• Basic computer skills
• Make timely and effective decisions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in a maintenance discipline
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment
• Strong math/physics understanding

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years or older
• Eligible for employment in the US
• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Able to function in a team environment.

• Must have state approved journeyman card or have three (3) years verifiable field experience as a journeyman
• Knowledge and experience in millwright, pipefitting, and welding
• Willing and capable of working all shifts

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 2023 were $18.9 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 [email protected] or (877) 973-3919.
Selma AL 36701-8311