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Class A Maintenance Mechanic -2nd Shift

International Paper · Lancaster, PA

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Packaging
Posted
2 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Lancaster, PA.

They ask for
3+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Welding

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $55k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 103 maintenance technician openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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

How this role compares

Against 112 other live reliability postings in Pennsylvania.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $75k–$116k, from 6 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 58%
  • PLC 34%
  • ✓ Welding 32%

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

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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This plant: International Paper in Lancaster

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

Qualifications

for consideration are a high school degree (or equivalent experience), a minimum of 3 years of experience in related field. Must be willing to work, weekends and overtime as needed. The hourly rate is $30.50 with shift differential. The hiring process will include a pre-employment aptitude test and team interview. Qualified candidates should apply online at www.internationalpaper.com/careers . Due to the number of candidates, only those selected for testing and interviews will be contacted.

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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Class A Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Rate

$30.50/hr.

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time (2pm-10pm – Monday-Friday)

Weekends as needed

Physical Location

Lancaster Solid Fiber

801 Fountain Ave.

Lancaster, PA 17601

717-391-3400

The job you will perform

Successful candidate must possess mutli-trade skills in mechanical, electrical, programmable controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam systems, machine shop operations and welding. Must have the ability to trouble shoot and make necessary repairs. Experience with corrugating and converting equipment a plus.

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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