Journeyman Mechanic

International Paper•Tracy, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Journeyman Mechanic maintains production equipment to optimize machine efficiencies through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. The role involves diagnosing and correcting industrial, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures, as well as working with boiler operations and steam systems. The mechanic must accurately complete administrative documents, follow directions, demonstrate reliability and technical experience, and work independently. The position is based at the Tracy Plant in Tracy, California. The schedule is 12-hour overnight shifts from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on a rotating 24/7 schedule after training and probation. The employee must be willing to work alternative or rotating shifts, regular overtime (including with last-minute notice), weekends, and holidays, and perform other duties assigned by the Manager and/or Supervisor.

Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience.
  • Eligible for employment in the United States.
  • At least three years of work experience in one of the following mechanical disciplines: machinist, welding, or pipefitting.
  • Willingness to work in industrial conditions, which may include warm or hot, dusty or dirty environments, hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces, with appropriate safety training and protection.
  • Willingness to undergo technical online testing, an interview, and a formal hands-on skills assessment.
  • Willingness to undergo a drug screen and job-related health assessment as conditions of employment.
  • Willingness to work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule.
  • Willingness to work overtime regularly, including with last-minute notification.
  • Willingness to work holidays and/or weekends regularly.
  • Willingness to wear required safety equipment.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and correct industrial, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
  • Critical thinking and ability to analyze issues and use logic to address them.
  • Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team.
  • Dependability, reliability, and responsibility.
  • Self-motivation, willingness to train toward the next position, and receptiveness to feedback and corrective action.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate degree or certifications in machinist, welding, or pipefitting.
  • Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain production equipment to optimize machine efficiencies.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on machines.
  • Troubleshoot and correct industrial, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures.
  • Perform duties involving boiler operations and steam systems.
  • Accurately complete administrative documents and follow directions.
  • Work independently and reliably, including in confined spaces and at heights.
  • Work alternative or rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the Manager and/or Supervisor.

Benefits

  • $500 sign-on bonus after 30 days.
  • $500 sign-on bonus after 6 months.
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