Maintenance Mechanic
International Paper · Anaheim, CA
- 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 Anaheim, CA.
- They ask for
- 25+ years
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in California: typical posted base $72k–$116k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 127 maintenance technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 132 other live reliability postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (25+ vs 4+)
Typical $79k–$121k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 35%
- PLC 32%
- Welding 29%
- Tooling 26%
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This plant: International Paper in Anaheim
1 other open role at this site · 6 people we found in reliability roles at International Paper.
- Maintenance Electrician · Reliability · Technician
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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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Maintenance Mechanic +
Pay Rate
$44.40/hr.
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time Monday-Friday (6a-2p, 2p-10p, 10p-6a)
Rotating 12hr shifts starting 10/2026 (6am-6pm, 6pm-6am)
Hiring for graveyard
65 cent differential for 6pm-6am
Physical Location
Anaheim Box
The Job You Will Perform
- •Maintain production equipment to optimize run ability through preventative maintenance
- •Troubleshooting and repair of machines
- •Accurately complete administrative documents and following directions
- •Must be willing to work alternative shifts, weekends, and overtime
The Skills You Will Bring
- •Technical experience, reliability, and the ability to work independently
- •Experience in industrial, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanic failures
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.