Maintenance Associate Springfield, OR, United States Posted on 11/10/2025 Trending

International Paper Company; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) and/or Pension

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading global supplier of renewable products is seeking individuals for mechanical maintenance roles in Springfield, Oregon. The position involves assisting skilled craftsmen and independent execution of maintenance tasks. Candidates should have maintenance-related experience or education. Opportunities for training and career advancement are provided, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Competitive benefits include health and retirement plans, PTO, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Eligible for employment in the US.
• One year experience in Maintenance Skill Areas like Millwright or Machinist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeymen-level maintenance craftsmen in routine work.
• Perform duties independently as part of training.
• Participate in Global Manufacturing Training program.

Skills

Experience in Maintenance Skill Areas

Critical Thinking

Team Player

Dependability

Self-Motivation

Education

High school graduate or GED

Associates degree or certification in Maintenance Skills

Tools

Forklift

Maintenance-related software

Job description

• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Eligible for employment in the US
• Must have one of the following:
  • One (1) year experience in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, LUBRICATION, WELDING, AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE, or PIPEFITTING; OR
  • One (1) year vocational/technical education in the MaintenanceDisciplines: MILLWRIGHT, MACHINIST, LUBRICATION, WELDING, AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE, or PIPEFITTING
• Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
  • Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
  • Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
  • Undergo a job related health assessment as a condition of employment
  • Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
  • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
  • Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
  • Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
  • Wear required safety equipment

It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):

• Associates degree or certification(s) in any IP Core Maintenance Skills or related disciplines (Millwright, Machinist, Lubrication, Welding, Automotive Maintenance, or Pipefitting)
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
• Technical knowledge and experience with:
  • Pump repair and replacement
  • Repacking pumps and valves
  • Rigging
  • Repairing mechanical drive systems, rotating assemblies
  • Bearing installation, maintenance, and replacement
  • Replacing motors, valves, and gaskets
  • Replacing and repairing cylinders
  • Production machine/equipment maintenance
  • Rotating equipment
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, tables, graphs, and diagrams
  • Industrial safety procedures and equipment
  • Gear reducers
  • Oil seals
  • Basic welding
  • Forklift operation
  • Gears
  • Roll repair and replacement
  • Hydraulics/Pneumatics
  • Knowledge of mobile equipment
  • Product moving systems
  • Installing screw pipe and tubing
  • Steel fabrication
  • Pipefitting
  • Maintenance-related computers and software
  • Facility maintenance and repairs
  • Servicing vehicles

The Job You Will Perform

This position will assist journeymen-level mechanical maintenance craftsmen in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program allows you to earn while you learn through hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion.

The Skills You Will Bring

• Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues
• Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
• Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
• Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

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

Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement.

Future opportunities may include

• Becoming a skilled trainer for future new employees;
• Becoming a safety advocate and leader;
• Leadership Development training to allow for potential growth into supervisory roles

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 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.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.