Maintenance Mechanic
International Paper · Beaverton, OR
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 25+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Beaverton, OR.
- They ask for
- 25+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $61k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 3011 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 40 other live reliability postings in Oregon.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (25+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Automation 39%
- ✓ Team leadership 34%
- ✓ Welding 32%
- Root cause 32%
- Robotics 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Performs maintenance functions making repairs in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic breakdowns under minimal guidance of the maintenance supervisor.
- ◆Plans, obtains cost estimates and executes projects under guidance of the maintenance supervisor.
- ◆Troubleshoot and perform maintenance duties such as mechanical and electrical repairs.
- ◆Provide training in areas of expertise or knowledge.
- ◆Respond to work orders submitted by employees.
- ◆Assist supervisor in ordering parts.
- ◆Assist supervisor in developing and implementing a preventative maintenance program.
- ◆Participate and execute actions from the quality improvement program.
- ◆Support installation of new equipment and facilities improvements.
- ◆Work safely by observing safety rules, policies, and procedures. Identify unsafe conditions or actions to my supervisor.
- ◆Maintain compliance with company quality systems and support audits.
- ◆Basic design and fabrication of repairs and process improvements.
- ◆Other duties as may be assigned.
Education
- ✓High School diploma or equivalent
- ✓Mechanical Journeyman or Technical/Vocation Certificate preferred
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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osition Title
Maintenance Mechanic
Pay Rate: $41.35/ Hour
Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time
Day Shift: 6am - 2pm
Swing Shift: 2pm-10pm
Grave Shift: 10pm-6am
Mandatory scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Physical Location: Beaverton Box Facility
5500 SW Western Avenue
Beaverton, OR 97005
Key Compentencies
- •Experience/knowledge in the following areas: Mechanical, plumbing, steam and boiler, pneumatics, confined space, mobile equipment, Mig welding, Oxy / Plasma cutting.
- •Ability to adapt to change
- •Ability to problem solve and prioritize work
- •Ability to bend, squat and kneel, and climb frequently
- •Ability to stand for periods of a minimum of 3 hours
- •Ability to work with minimum supervision
- •Ability to work varied hours/days
- •Ability to lift average weighted materials, 50 lbs up to 70 lbs occasionally
- •Effective written and verbal communication skills
- •Ability to read and interpret blue prints mechanical schematics, piping diagrams, in orthographic, isometric, and sketch-views
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.