Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift, Rotating Equipment

Smurfit Westrock; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly wage increases

Personal holidays

9 Company Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness program

401k / Pension

Short-term disability

Vacation accrual after probation

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Cottonton Sawmill is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join a self-motivated, conscientious team. Competitive hourly wages depend on experience and education, with opportunities to advance and a comprehensive benefits package.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years of industrial experience as a multi-craft journeyman or 2–4 years in a tech school/apprentice program, strong safety mindset, and ability to interpret mechanical drawings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3-5 years of industrial experience as a multi-craft journeyman or 2-4 years in a tech school/apprentice program.
• Ability to work safely and interpret mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and install rotating equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems on equipment.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings for repairs and installations.
• Weld in all positions (TIG & Stick) as needed.
• Be able to operate a lathe and milling machine when required.

Skills

Work safely

Read drawings

Rotating equipment

Lathe/mill

Welding TIG & Stick

Torch work

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Overtime/3rd shift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tech School certificate / apprenticeship

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Job description

Smurfit Westrock Cottonton Sawmill is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join a self-motivated, conscientious team. Competitive hourly wages depend on experience and education, with opportunities to advance and a comprehensive benefits package.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years of industrial experience as a multi-craft journeyman or 2–4 years in a tech school/apprentice program, strong safety mindset, and ability to interpret mechanical drawings.