Maintenance Journeyman I - Millwright

International Paper; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 53,726,400 - 59,236,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary insurance for home, auto, vision, and pets

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Millwright to work at the Riverdale Mill in Selma, Alabama. This full-time position involves installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery in an industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a strong safety awareness.

The role requires working in potentially hazardous conditions and includes responsibilities such as aligning machines, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining various equipment. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, along with a 401(k) plan with contributions.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 3 years of work experience as a Millwright.

Responsibilities

• Install machine and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and drawings.
• Align machines and equipment using various tools.
• Repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment reliability issues.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Player

Dependability

Self‑Motivation

Education

Associate’s degree or certification in the Millwright discipline

Job description

Pay Rate

$39.53/hr.

Physical Location

Riverdale Mill
601 County Road 78
Selma, AL 36703

Category/Shift

Hourly Full‑Time / Days (7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday)

Job Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Eligible for employment in the U.S.
• At least 3 years of work experience as a Millwright
• Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
  • Work in industrial conditions (warm/hot, dusty/dirty, hazardous chemicals, loud noise, heavy machinery, elevated surfaces, and confined spaces with proper safety training and protection)
  • Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands‑on assessment
  • Undergo a drug screen for illicit substance use
  • Undergo a job‑related health assessment
  • Submit to periodic drug screens
  • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
  • Work overtime regularly and with last‑minute notification
  • Work holidays and/or weekends regularly
  • Wear required safety equipment

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Associate’s degree or certification in the Millwright discipline
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in the Millwright discipline
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment

Job Responsibilities

• Install machine and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and drawings
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, dial indicators, and laser alignment equipment
• Install new and existing machinery
• Repair and lubricate machines and equipment
• Refurbish/maintain valves, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, agitators, conveyors, turbines, paper machines, and lime kilns
• Measure bearing clearance and shaft diameters
• Troubleshoot equipment reliability issues
• Fabricate structural materials as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Key Skills Required

• Critical Thinking – analyze and use logic to address issues
• Team Player – collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
• Dependability – be reliable, responsible, and dependable
• Self‑Motivation – exert effort toward training, moving up, and accepting feedback for improvement

Benefits

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts; short‑term and long‑term disability; a 401(k) with company‑funded contributions; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; student loan repayment assistance; and voluntary insurance for home, auto, vision, and pets.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.