Maintenance Technician
International Paper · West Monroe, LA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 25+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in West Monroe, LA.
- They ask for
- 25+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding, SAP
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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 22 other live reliability postings in Louisiana.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (25+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 61%
- ✓ Welding 26%
- ✓ SAP 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: International Paper in West Monroe
1 other open role at this site · 8 people we found in reliability roles at International Paper.
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Full description from International PaperAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Primary Maintenance Technician duties/responsibilities include
- ◆Follow all safety rules and practices;
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels;
- ◆Perform emergency / break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations;
- ◆Reference equipment manuals and other technical literature;
- ◆contacting and working with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results;
- ◆Accurately using precision measurement and test equipment;
- ◆Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed.
- ◆Maintain clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks;
- ◆Accurately prepare, complete, and maintain records and other paperwork.
- ◆Trouble-shoot and solving problems;
- ◆Welding and Fabrication
- ◆Pipe fitting and Plumbing
- ◆Precision Bearing installation and removal
- ◆Interpret mechanical drawings / Blueprints
- ◆Knowledge in SAP work order system or similar platform
- ◆Maintain teamwork with other associates
- ◆Keep supervision informed of problems and/or unusual situations;
- ◆Performing other duties as assigned by supervision.
Qualifications
for Maintenance Technicians are the ability to perform the duties and
responsibilities
- ◆Have a Positive attitude and a winning mindset
- ◆The maintenance supervisor evaluates Maintenance Technician qualifications.
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 Technician
Pay Rate : $26.74 - $30.44
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time
Physical Location
400 Central St
West Monroe, LA 71292
The Job You Will Perform
The Maintenance Technician performs a variety of activities to maintain plant equipment and facilities in optimum operating condition. These activities include scheduled preventative maintenance and emergency/break down repairs. The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Must follow all safety rules and procedures; watch out for self and team member’s safety at all times. Always follow lock out and tag out, MSK, and always use personal protective equipment (safety glasses, ear plugs, steel toed shoes & safety vest, others as required). Must understand and carry out housekeeping standards. Must demonstrate teamwork and resolve issues effectively and professionally. Must be capable of running machine at safe speeds and top quality to meet customer needs.
The Skills You Will Bring
Demonstrated ability to detect, prevent, and resolve quality issues, involving the Operator or management for resolution of issues or confirming quality expectations as needed. Must be able to read a standard tape measure, read and thoroughly understand job specifications, and follow written and oral directions. Must be a self-starter, able to operate from directions or independently as needed. Demonstrated ability to add and subtract all units of measure read and copy figures, and count and record figures. A comprehension level is required to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in English in written or oral form and to deal with problems. Constant standing, walking, and reaching at or below shoulder level; frequent twisting, bending, and lifting from the ground; repetitive lifting up to 35 pounds. Must be willing and able to work daily and weekly overtime, including weekends, as business conditions require. Must be willing to accept direction from the Operator to ensure the most efficient operation possible. All other duties as assigned.
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.