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Maintenance Tech Level 2

International Paper · Decatur, AL

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Required
Experience asked
20+ years
Industry
Packaging
Posted
28 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Decatur, AL.

They ask for
20+ years · degree required
Tools it names
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.

Alabama plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 67 other live reliability postings in Alabama.

Experience asked
More than usual (20+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Welding 50%
  • ✓ Team leadership 50%
  • PLC 49%
  • Root cause 26%
  • EHS / safety 26%
  • Tooling 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 20+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coveragePromotion path mentionedLifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: International Paper in Decatur

1 other open role at this site · 10 people we found in reliability roles at International Paper.

Full description from International PaperAs posted on their careers site.Show

Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)

Life & Disability Insurance

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplace

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The Job You Will Perform

Must be able to follow safety work procedures and safe work practices at all times

Will be responsible for facility/safety preventive maintenance

Will assist other Maintenance Personnel perform predictive, preventive/corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, upgrading, and installation within a high volume, continuous – run work environment throughout the facility

Will perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed

Maintain clean and organized work areas, and clean-up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks

Must have experience in setup and operation of tools (both hand and power) used in repair, fabrication, lubrication, and cleaning

Must be able to ensure all maintenance shop equipment and facility are maintained at peak performance enabling superior production results

Will attend meetings, participate in problem solving and completing assigned training, follow JSAs/SOPs and all other tasks assigned by your supervisor

Shall record actions including repairs, parts movement, and time electronically

Must have the ability to bend, turn, twist and stand for extended periods of time

Must be willing to work all shifts and weekends depending on business needs

Must be willing to work independently, as well as in a team environment, solving problems.

Must be a dedicated, self-motivated, a self-starter, willing help set team and department goals, and be willing to cross train/work

Must be willing to keep supervision informed of problems and/or unusual situations

Flexibility and a commitment to working safe are required

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The employee is regularly working on/near machinery that runs up to speeds of 1,000 fpm and is equipped with steel rolls, knives, slitter blades, belts, and die cutters. Tasks are completed in close proximity to electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, gravitational, mechanical, chemical, and thermal energy sources.

At times the employee must troubleshoot energized equipment, with potential exposure to electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and thermal energy sources.

The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles.

Employee must work on/near steam injected vessels with temperatures ranging from 340◦ to 370◦.

Position requires walking across conveyor equipment using platforms three to four inches in width.

Employee must work in near proximity to fork lift traffic.

The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, fumes, or airborne particles.

Plant temperatures can range from 50°F to 110°F with seasonal changes.

Pay range is$25.53 - $36.90 per hour, dependent on skillset and knowledge/experience

The Skills You Will Bring

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and experience in general machine and fitting shop practice, welding, maintenance troubleshooting, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and pipefitting. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform calculations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to read a tape measure, micrometer, dial indicators, pi tapes, and manometers.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance.

Employee must regularly climb portable and fixed ladders and stairs and perform tasks at elevations and on elevated platforms.

Employee must climb in, on, and around equipment and machinery to make adjustments, repairs, and perform maintenance, requiring good balance and hand, eye, foot coordination. Employees may have to work in confined areas or awkward positions in order to complete tasks.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

Retirement and 401k Matching Program

Medical & Dental

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training

Promotional opportunities

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.

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