Maintenance Technician 3
International Paper
- Location
- Shreveport, LA, United States
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $32/hr
- H-1B history
- 10 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
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About this role
Position
Title: Maintenance Technician 3 Pay Rate: $31.83 Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time Rotating 12 hour Shifts Days/Evenings - multi shift role Physical Location: Shreveport North Container 1212 Tolmak Rd Shreveport, LA 71107 The Skills You Will Bring: CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO PASS AON APTITUDE TEST, DRUG SCREEN, HEALTH ASSESSMENT, & BACKGROUND CHECK. WORKS ROTATING SHIFTS, WEEKENDS, & OT. Applicant MUST upload Resume for application to be considered complete. Must be 18 years or older Eligible for employment in the US High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience Basic computer skills Able to function in a team environment. AND one of the following Five (5) year experience in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, LUBRICATION, WELDING, AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE, OR PIPEFITTING. OR Five (5) year vocational/technical education in the Mechanical Discipline: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, WELDING, OR PIPEFITTING. The Job You Will Perform: Following all safety rules and practices Performing preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels. Performing emergency / break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations. Accurately using measurement and test equipment. Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other repairs and installations as needed. Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning work areas as part of completing assigned tasks. Accurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork. Trouble-shooting and problem solving. Must be able to read mechanical blue prints and schematics Must be able to reference equipment manuals and other technical literature; knowledge of detailed mechanical equipment drawings and ability to use detailed blueprints in carrying out troubleshooting and equipment repairs, contacting and working with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results Excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem solving skills. Willingness to fully cross train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities. Able to use SAP/Excel for creating, logging time and completing work orders. Ability to complete End of Shift reports and email to leaders and management. Performing other duties as assigned by supervision. Contractor Training and Safety Rules for contractors when new on-site. Perform and complete PMs on machines in timely manner. Research and obtain correct information for ordering parts. Attend outside training related to maintenance. Operate all types of hand tools (i.e. drill press, grinder, wire brush, acetylene torch, etc.) normally found in a Maintenance shop Able to examine and determine to what degree parts have worn, and repair or replace parts as needed. Perform fabrication of equipment (welding both arc and gas) to desired needs. Be able to make adjustments on equipment to improve productivity. Be able to identify and locate unusual sounds that indicate potential trouble. Be able to dismantle equipment to gain access to defective parts. Must be able to work Heights. Must be able to run forklift, clamp truck, man lift , or other motorized equipment per IP standards, to perform maintenance tasks Must be willing and able to lift and carry 75lbs. Must be willing and able to take call or fill in for other shifts when needed. This is a Safety Sensitive position