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Maintenance Technician

International Paper · Maryland Heights, MO

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
1+ years
Industry
Packaging
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Maryland Heights, MO. Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action.

They ask for
1+ years
Openings
2 with this title at this site

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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 69 other live reliability postings in Missouri.

Experience asked
Less than usual (1+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 70%
  • PLC 51%
  • Welding 33%
  • EHS / safety 23%

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

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This plant: International Paper in Maryland Heights

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

requirements

o Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)

o Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment

o Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment

o Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment

o Work overtime as needed

o Work weekends as needed

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.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team

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Maintenance Technician

Pay Rate

starting at $31

Sign-on Bonus

$500 after 30 days,

$500 after 6 months

Retention Bonus

$500 after 1 year

Additional lump sum after 2 years

Physical Location

11490 Warnen Road

Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time

Must be willing to meet the following

The Job You Will Perform

We are looking for self-motivated individuals who are capable of performing a multitude of functions in a flexible, fast-paced production environment. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality, and productivity.

  • •Perform preventative maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring run out, calibrating dials, aligning components, and observing operations, vibrations, and noise level
  • •Complete emergency/break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
  • •Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations
  • •Accurately use measurement and test equipment
  • •Maintain clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks
  • •Accurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork
  • •Work independently as well as part of a team
  • •Follow all safety rules and practices
  • •Perform other duties as assigned by supervision
  • •Based on the business needs and peak production times, mandatory overtime may be required for this role.

The Skills You Will Bring

· Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues

· Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team

· Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable

· Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

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 Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), 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 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

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.

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