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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Description:

Position Title:

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Rate:

$33.45/Hour

Sign-on Bonus:

$1,000 after 30 days,

$500 after 6 months,

$500 after 1 year

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

7am - 3pm – Monday-Sunday (training period only)

3pm – 11pm – Monday – Sunday

11pm – 7am – Monday – Sunday

*Rotating weekends off.

*Shifts may vary depending on production needs

Physical Location:

Grand Prairie Container

1200 W. Carrier Parkway.

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

The Job You Will Perform:

+ Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and installing plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for all plant equipment. Including machinery maintenance, lubrication, PM’s, trouble shooting, repairing, upgrading, welding, fabricating, and possible installations.

+ Responsible for preventative maintenance on equipment, such as any servicing of conveyors, presses, stackers, etc.

+ Be able to read and understand mechanical prints, AC/DC motors, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic diagrams.

+ Troubleshoot, repair and install mechanical components, AC/DC motors, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, bearings, and power transmission.

+ Perform fabrication of equipment (welding both arc and gas) to desired needs. Be able to make adjustments on equipment to improve productivity. Be able to identify and locate unusual sounds that indicate potential trouble. Be able to dismantle equipment to gain access to defective parts.

+ Drill presses, lathe, welding, gas, arc, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyor systems, lubrication/preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance.

The Skills You Will Bring:

+ 5 years of manufacturing experience preferred

+ Must have working knowledge of various types of measurement equipment (dial calipers, heat sensing guns, etc.).

+ Able to examine and determine to what degree parts have worn, and repair or replace parts as needed.

+ Should be able to operate metal, woodworking, and hand tools to make and repair parts. This will all be done in a safe manner.

+ Operate all types of hand tools (i.e. drill press, grinder, wire brush, acetylene torch, etc.) normally found in a Maintenance shop.

+ Must possess excellent attendance and safety record with a demonstrated ability to follow directions.

+ Requires the ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work additional and flexible hours including weekends as needed.

+ Must be willing and able to work all shifts depending on business needs.

+ Individuals need excellent teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving skills. Must be dedicated, self-motivated, and self-starter, able to work independently.

+ Flexibility, a positive attitude, and a commitment to working safely is required.

+ Employee will need computer skills to work in SAP to acquire notifications, work orders, requisition parts for work orders, and enter their time against these work orders. Will attend all meetings, complete training as required, and be safety conscious at all times to help promote a safe working environment.

+ Must have basic tools.

+ Successful candidates must pass standardized International Paper pre-employment testing in place for Maintenance positions.

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 within a global company

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 **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 global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. 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._

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Location:

Grand Prairie, TX, US, 75050

Category: Hourly Job

Date: Oct 24, 2025

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