Maintenance Mechanic

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment. This role involves performing preventative and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting complex machinery, and leading a team of maintenance professionals. With a commitment to employee well-being and development, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement matching, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a dynamic team dedicated to building high-performance solutions in a safe and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Health Savings Account

Pet Insurance

401K & Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of general maintenance experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair facility equipment.
• Lead maintenance team and assign daily work.

Skills

Preventative Maintenance

Predictive Maintenance

Time Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Training in General Maintenance

Tools

Maintenance Equipment

Fabrication Tools

Job description

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Job Description Maintenance Mechanic Req Id: 11526 Job Location: Watkins Posting Start Date: 4/28/25 Work Environment: Onsite Job Description:

Job Purpose

To schedule and perform preventative and predictive maintenance at LP Watkins, MN manufacturing facility. This facility produces LP FlameBlock, an OSB product that has a coating applied to assist with flame spread in residential, commercial, along with additional applications.

Hourly wage range: $31.00 to $38.00 DOQ. Full benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off Bank, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Tuition Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, Pet Insurance, Legal Plan, Paid Holidays, 401K & Profit Sharing with up to 5% Company match.

Schedules available: Day Shift or Evening Shift openings are available, and overtime may be scheduled on both shifts based on business operational needs. Evening shift is eligible for an additional $2.50/hour shift differential.

• Day Shift: 5:00AM to 1:00PM, Monday - Friday
• Evening Shift: 12:00PM to 10:00PM, Monday - Thursday

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Schedule and perform complex preventative and predictive maintenance functions.
• Schedule and perform complex equipment repairs on facility equipment such as gear boxes, pumps, conveyors, and hydraulics.
• Perform general fabrication and machinist work.
• Troubleshoot problems as necessary.
• Take elective cross training.
• May serve as lead mechanic; assign daily work to maintenance team.
• Perform other duties as necessary.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance functions.
• Skilled knowledge of maintenance equipment and tools.
• Strong time management, organization, and prioritizing skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and written repair manuals.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of technical training in general maintenance.

Experience:

• 3+ years of general maintenance experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience is desired.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.

Work Environment

• The manufacturing environment includes exposure to moving parts, fumes, chemicals, airborne particles, and high temperatures.
• The employee must have the ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, work in inclement weather, and work with elevated noise levels.
• The position requires the ability to frequently lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

We are committed to providing resources and solutions that help build a better world for every LP team member.

We do this through offering:

Wellness Solutions
- Physical wellness through competitive health benefits
- Financial wellness through retirement matching, profit sharing, and bonus opportunities at all levels
- Mental wellness through free counseling opportunities, prioritizing work-life balance, and a generous PTO policy

Culture Solutions
- Team member safety & well-being
- Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging
- Recognition for employees through rewards system

Development Solutions
- Continued education assistance available
- Professional development resources for continual growth
- Career pathing and leadership advancement

Community Engagement Solutions
- Volunteerism and financial support for charities and educational facilities in our local communities

About LP:

We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.