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Electrical Maintenance Tech IV 1st Shift

Smurfit Westrock · Winston-Salem Manufacturing, NC

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
8+ years
Industry
Packaging
Posted
30+ days ago

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A technician-level reliability role at Smurfit Westrock (packaging) in Winston-Salem Manufacturing, NC. Lead, plan and review the work of persons in the Maintenance I, II, and III riles that are responsible for performing mechanical and/or electrical duties in the maintenance, repair, inspection, testing, and installation of mechanical/electrical equipment.

They ask for
8+ years
Tools it names
PLC, Welding, EHS / safety

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $71k–$97k.

Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 140 maintenance technician openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 144 other live reliability postings in North Carolina.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $75k–$96k, from 7 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (8+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 43%
  • ✓ PLC 42%
  • ✓ Welding 37%
  • Root cause 23%

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This plant: Smurfit Westrock in Winston-Salem Manufacturing

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Responsibilities

Employees in this position will provide technical guidance to person in Maintenance Technician I, II and III roles.

Qualifications

In-house electrical authorization must be obtained prior to conducting any electrical assignments.

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Electrical Maintenance Technician IV

Shift: 1st shift

Pay: $35-$42/hr.

Summary

The Maintenance Technician – IV is the most advanced level in the Maintenance Technician series. This position is responsible for leading, oversee and guide the most complex and difficult tasks that are assigned to Maintenance Technician I, II and III’s who are responsible for performing a variety of skilled mechanical work in maintenance, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment while providing hands on assistance as well. They will also perform highly skilled mechanical and electrical work under the general supervision of the Maintenance Team Leader. Maintenance IV’s will have a strong working knowledge and ability to perform all task as specified within the Maintenance Technician I, II and III position descriptions in addition to those specified within this description.

Distinguishing characteristics

An employee in this designation must have developed advanced skills in both the mechanical and electrical trade and possess at least eight years of experience in both. The heightened level of tasks assigned will be based on an expected expertise for persons holding this position.

Employees in this classification will be assigned more difficult duties relative to their exercised abilities with amplified levels of responsibility and complexity. A Maintenance Technician – IV is fully trained and can train others in all procedures related to Westrock policies pertaining to troubleshooting, repair, installation, maintenance, and fabrication.

include the following

  • •Understanding and demonstrating the behavior that the safety of yourself and other coworkers is paramount and is the # 1 priority here at Westrock.
  • •Lead, plan and review the work of persons in the Maintenance I, II, and III riles that are responsible for performing mechanical and/or electrical duties in the maintenance, repair, inspection, testing, and installation of mechanical/electrical equipment including structural.
  • •Observe or listen to machinery or equipment operation in order to detect and identify malfunction.
  • •Perform Preventative maintenance work on plant machinery and facilities maintenance.
  • •Develop, design or create new applications, ideas, systems or products; including artistic contributions.
  • •Identify educational needs of others, develop educational or training programs or classes and teach or instruct others.
  • •Identify the developmental needs of others and by utilizing the skills of coaching and mentoring help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
  • •Install electronic power, communication, control or security equipment or systems.
  • •Repair computer controlled manufacturing systems.
  • •Provide guidance and expert advice to management or other groups or technical systems or process related topics.
  • •Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures to reach full and accurate understanding.
  • •Troubleshoot advanced electrical circuits.
  • •Operate various tools, instruments and equipment used in the testing and repairs of mechanical equipment.
  • •Fabricate, assemble, and disassemble manufactured products by hand.
  • •Use acetylene welding/cutting torch and combination welding procedures.
  • •Use tube bending equipment.
  • •Use electrical or electronic devices or equipment.
  • •Operate hoist, winch or hydraulic boom.
  • •Establish long range objectives that specify the strategies and actions to achieve them.
  • •Operate with advanced skill hand tools both powered and manual.
  • •Set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as a drill press, lathe and/or welding equipment.
  • •Operate maintenance vehicles including aerial lifts, personnel transport vehicles and forklifts.
  • •Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
  • •Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • •Overtime is required.
  • •Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory

to succeed

  • •High school diploma or equivalent required
  • •Minimum of 8 years’ electrical maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing setting
  • •Military training and/or technical school preferred, but not required.
  • •Computer experience/operation and PLC Programming
  • •Must be available to work 1st shift and OT when needed
  • •Ability to maintain various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform other duties as assigned.
  • •Ability to work safely, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and comply with all safety regulations.
  • •A thorough knowledge of electrical components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes

Other

Working knowledge of

  • •Operations, services and activities of all areas of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
  • •All equipment and supplies commonly used in the mechanical or electrical trade.
  • •Method and techniques pertaining to installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical systems.
  • •Occupational hazards and standard safety practices (Including but not limited to; NFPA 70E, OSHA, and Westrock).
  • •Operational characteristics of a variety of measuring and testing equipment and tools for mechanical maintenance.
  • •Applicable codes and ordinances as related to the mechanical trade.

A person in this position must possess the ability to

  • •Lead, organize and review the work of maintenance staff.
  • •Independently perform the most difficult mechanical maintenance, repair, installation and testing functions on all but the most sophisticated equipment.
  • •Work independently in the absence of supervision.
  • •Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

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