Maintenance Journeyman 1/Millwright

International Paper•Redwood, MS

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 assists journeymen-level mechanical maintenance technicians with routine maintenance and performs many duties independently. International Paper’s Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experience and classroom instruction to prepare employees for promotion. The role may involve mechanical work in millwright, machining, welding, or pipefitting disciplines.

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 these mechanical disciplines: millwright, machinist, welding, or pipefitting.
Willingness to undergo a drug screen for illicit drug use and periodic drug screens as a condition of employment.
Willingness to undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment.
Willingness to work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule.
Willingness to work overtime regularly, sometimes with last-minute notification.
Willingness to work holidays and/or weekends regularly.
Willingness to work in industrial conditions and wear required safety equipment.
Critical thinking: analyze issues and use logic to address them.
Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team.
Dependability and reliability.
Self-motivation to pursue training toward the next position and accept feedback to improve or take corrective action.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certifications in millwright, machining, welding, or pipefitting.
Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Install machinery and equipment according to layouts, blueprints, and drawings.
Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, dial indicators, and laser alignment equipment.
Repair, lubricate, refurbish, and maintain machinery and equipment, including valves, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, agitators, conveyors, turbines, paper machines, and lime kilns.
Measure bearing clearance and shaft diameters; troubleshoot equipment reliability issues.
Fabricate structural materials, machine parts, and pipes as needed.
Fit and assemble parts to fabricate, repair, and maintain industrial machines; diagnose malfunctions by observing and listening to equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints and field drawings, use machine-measuring equipment, and work with materials according to their machining properties.
Perform machine alignment and field machining; operate cranes, tow motors, and forklifts where applicable.
Read and interpret welding blueprints; select appropriate welding processes and materials; operate welding equipment safely; perform welding techniques, welding, and burning as needed.
Prepare joints and maintain weld quality and integrity; perform field measurements and installations as needed.
Assemble and install pipes and valves according to layouts, blueprints, and drawings; perform welding or brazing as needed.
Conduct pressure testing and follow specifications and regulations related to plumbing and piping systems.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Participate in technical online testing, an interview, and a formal hands-on skills assessment as part of the selection process.
Wear required safety equipment and work in industrial conditions, including potentially warm or hot, dusty or dirty, noisy, hazardous, elevated, and confined-space environments, with proper training and protection.