Maintenance Technician
International Paper · Carol Stream, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 20+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Carol Stream, IL.
- They ask for
- 20+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- PLC, Welding
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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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 115 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (20+ vs 5+)
Typical $87k–$110k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 52%
- ✓ PLC 43%
- ✓ Welding 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Responsible to safely maintain all equipment utilizing the planned preventative maintenance program, troubleshoot and solve equipment problems, prioritize the scheduled maintenance work around the daily production schedules, create an atmosphere and culture that drives toward an accident free workplace, utilize both excellent mechanical skills and electrical/electronic skills.
- ◆Responsible for preventative maintenance on equipment, such as any servicing of conveyors, presses, stackers, etc.
- ◆Read and understand mechanical prints, electrical wiring diagrams/schematics, AC/DC motors, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic diagrams.
- ◆Troubleshoot, repair and install mechanical components, electrical controls, 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.
- ◆Examine and determine to what degree parts have worn, and repair or replace parts as needed.
- ◆Operate metal, woodworking, and hand tools to make, and repair, parts.
- ◆This all will be done in a safe manner.
The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.
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Maintenance Technician
Pay Rate
($29.82/hr. - $38.53/hr.)
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time
2 nd Shift 3pm-11pm & 3 rd Shift 11pm-7am / Sunday night to Friday night
Physical Location
Carol Stream, IL
The Job You Will Perform
Maintenance Technicians are key players in our organization. These technicians ensure our customers receive quality products that are delivered on time by making sure our equipment operates correctly and efficiently. We are looking for motivated and qualified Maintenance Mechanics at our Carol Stream facility and willing to work off shifts. Pay range is $29.82/hour to $38.53/hour + $0.25/hour shift differential. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality and productivity.
The Skills You Will Bring
Specific
include
- •Minimum three to five years of maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
- •Candidate must have technical skills in all disciplines of industrial maintenance.
- •Working knowledge of PLC controlled equipment.
- •Must have good working knowledge of various meters (volt/amp meters, schematics, dial calipers, heat sensing guns, etc.)
- •Outstanding analytical and decision-making skills.
- •Able to handle multiple projects at one time.
- •Good written and verbal communication skills.
- •Good interpersonal skills.
- •Strong organizational skills.
The Benefits You Will Enjoy
- •Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
- •Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
- •Medical & Dental
- •Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
- •Life & Disability Insurance
The Career You Will Build
Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company
The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, 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 Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. 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 2024 were $18.6 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.
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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
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 plane