Maintenance Mechanic Level 1
International Paper · Crawfordsville, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 25+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Crawfordsville, IN. Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment are also diagnosed and repaired or replaced as necessary.
- They ask for
- 25+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 83 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (25+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 51%
- ✓ Team leadership 46%
- ✓ Welding 37%
- Root cause 25%
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requirements
- ✓Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments
- ✓Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices
- ✓Lubricates and cleans parts
- ✓Starts devices to test their performance
- ✓Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, band saw, milling machine, welder, and other
metalworking tools to make and repair parts
- ✓Movement/positioning/replacement of heavy weight equipment with the aid of mechanical means such as forklifts, pry bars, and chain falls
- ✓Position requires pushing toolbox to work areas
- ✓Requires carrying, lifting, and transporting of parts to and from work location and maintenance shop by hand or mechanical means
- ✓Cleans work area, tools, and equipment
Safety and Equipment Use
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory and includes cut-resistant and heat-resistant gloves and sleeves, safety glasses, goggles, face shields, bump caps, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes. The job involves continuous use of hand tools ranging from small screwdrivers to large pipe wrenches, requiring both fine dexterity and physical force.
- ✓Position requires the use of hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, punches, screw drivers, pliers, and pipe wrenches on a continuous basis to perform normal duties. Tasks range from fine adjustments that require dexterity for circuit board adjustments to using both hands to apply force when pushing or pulling a wrench to break pipe fittings
Electrical and Mechanical Systems
Additional
responsibilities
include plant startup and shutdown tasks, energizing equipment, and ensuring proper operation. Cleaning machines to prepare for painting, oiling, and greasing machinery are also part of the role. The position involves installing power supply wiring and conduit for new machines, connecting power and communication cables, diagnosing and repairing electrical apparatus such as transformers, motors, relays, switches, and printed circuit boards. Maintenance of electric motors, including bearing replacement and rewiring, is required. Planning and installing wiring layouts and conduits in buildings fall under the job scope as well.
Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment are also diagnosed and repaired or replaced as necessary. The maintenance of a clean work area, tools, and equipment is emphasized.
- ◆Oils and greases machine
- ◆Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as conveyors and programmable controllers
- ◆Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment
- ◆Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wire and cables
- ◆Replaces faulty electrical components on machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices
- ◆Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards
- ◆Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors
- ◆Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings
- ◆Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment
Administrative and Communication Duties
The role requires utilizing a computer system for work order entry and tracking completion status. It also involves initiating purchase orders for parts and machines and keeping supervisors informed of any problems or unusual situations. Other duties may be assigned by supervision.
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.
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Hourly Job Posting Template 030623
Maintenance Mechanic Level 1
Pay Rate
$34.56/hr. with $.40 shift differential for nights
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time (6:00pm-6:00am, 2on,2off,3on 24-7 schedule)
Physical Location
Crawfordsville Box Facility
801 N Englewood Dr.
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
The Job You Will Perform
- •Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
- •Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
- •Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional
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 and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, 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 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.
The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.
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