Maintenance New Hire
International Paper
- Location
- Garden City, KS, United States
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $30/hr
- H-1B history
- 10 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
Skills
About this role
Maintenance New Hire Description Job Description Position Title: Maintenance New Hire Pay Rate : $30.30/hr Sign on Bonus : $1000 after 30 days, $500 after 6 months, $500 after 1 year Retention Bonus : $500 after 1 year Additional lump sum after 2 years Category/ Location : Garden City Container 2502 E US Hwy 50 Garden City, KS 67846 The Job You Will Perform: Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and installing plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for all plant equipment. Including machinery maintenance, lubrication, PM’s, trouble shooting, repairing, upgrading, welding, fabricating, and possible installations. Responsible for lubrication/ preventative maintenance on equipment, such as corrugator, diecut, folder, conveyors, stackers, banders etc. Be able to read and understand mechanical prints, AC/DC motors, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic diagrams. Troubleshoot, repair and install mechanical components, AC/DC motors, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, bearings, and power transmission. Perform fabrication of equipment (welding both arc and gas) to desired needs. Make adjustments on equipment to improve productivity. Identify and locate unusual sounds that indicate potential trouble. Dismantle equipment to gain access to replace defective parts. Maintaining adequate inventories of spare parts. Accurately and completely preparing and maintaining records and other paperwork. Maintaining work areas to plant standards of housekeeping. Performing other duties as assigned. Predictive maintenance data collection and PM planning. Minimum requirements are to pass the Maintenance AON test and an interview. Requires the ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work additional and flexible hours including weekends as needed. Must be willing and able to work all shifts depending on company business needs. Must have your own set of tools. THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION The Skills You Will Bring: Must have working knowledge of various types of measurement equipment (dial calipers, heat sensing guns, etc.). Able to examine and determine to what degree parts have worn, and repair or replace parts as needed. Ability to use hand tools to remove/replace and repair parts. This all will be done in a safe manner. Operate all types of hand tools (i.e. drill press, grinder, wire brush, acetylene torch, etc.) normally found in a Maintenance shop. Must possess excellent attendance and safety record with a demonstrated ability to follow directions. Requires the ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work additional and flexible hours including weekends as needed. Must be willing and able to work all shifts depending on business needs. Individual needs excellent teamwork, cooperation, and problem solving skills. Must be dedicated, self-motivated, and self-starter, able to work independently. Flexibility, a positive attitude, and a commitment to working safely is required. Employee will need computer skills to work in SAP to acquire notifications, work orders, requisition parts for work orders, and enter their time against these work orders. Will attend all meetings, complete training as required, and be safety conscious at all times to help promote a safe working environment. Successful candidate must pass standardized International Paper pre-employment testing in place for Maintenance positions. 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 Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. The Career You Will Build: Leadership training and promotional opportunities within a global company The