Maintenance Technician II
Smurfit Westrock · Springfield MO Corrugated, MO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Smurfit Westrock (packaging) in Springfield MO Corrugated, MO. Monday–Thursday or Wednesday–Saturday.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, Automation, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 80 other live reliability postings in Missouri.
- Experience asked
- Typical (3+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 64%
- ✓ PLC 51%
- ✓ Welding 36%
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qualifications
Benefits available on the first day of employment (medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more)
Responsibilities
- ◆Must be willing to work a 12-hour / 4-day schedule on any shift
- ◆2–3 years of experience with electro-automation system installation and troubleshooting
- ◆Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, including motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3-phase power, communication devices, industrial/electronic controls, and power transmission systems
- ◆Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- ◆Ability to install and set up both AC and DC drives
- ◆PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
- ◆Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
- ◆Working knowledge of encoders, sensors, and limit switches
- ◆Experience with power transmission equipment, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics
- ◆Basic welding skills
- ◆Familiarity with air and electric pumps
- ◆Ability to install and troubleshoot 3-phase motor control circuits
- ◆Performs other duties as assigned
Other
Qualifications
- ✓Must be computer literate
- ✓Willingness to contribute to team goals focused on quality production and customer service
Education / Experience
- ✓Military training or technical school preferred
- ✓5+ years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems down to the component level
- ✓Ability to work independently
- ✓Ability to work flexible hours, including non-traditional schedules and overtime as needed
- ✓Manufacturing experience preferred; corrugated industry experience is a plus
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This position is considered a multi-craft maintenance role with a strong electrical and mechanical emphasis.
Shift/Hours
12-hour shifts, 4 days per week
- •Monday–Thursday or Wednesday–Saturday
- •Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- •Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Probationary Schedule
During the probationary period, new hires will be assigned to a Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM shift.