Maintenance Mechanic - Nights

Smurfit-Westrock; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Tulare, CA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep electrical and mechanical systems running in a fast-paced corrugated packaging facility. Safety, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving are core to this role.

You will read blueprints, troubleshoot AB and Siemens PLCs, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager. 2+ years electro-mechanic experience is required; journeyman preferred; night shift 5:30 pm–5:00 am, five days a

Qualifications

• 2+ years electro-mechanic experience or military equivalent.
• Proficiency with AC/DC drives, power distribution, relay logic.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics and process flows.
• Must pass background check, drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, systems, wiring, and PLCs (AB, Siemens).
• Conduct preventive maintenance on belts, bearings, pumps, motors and more.
• Install, test, calibrate, and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Read blueprints and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Electro-mechanical experience

PLC troubleshooting

NFPA 70E awareness

Independence with urgency

Background check

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Power distribution

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Join Smurfit WestRock as an Industrial Maintenance Technician, where safety, teamwork, and growth are top priorities. You'll play a key role in maintaining electrical and mechanical systems in a fast-paced corrugated packaging facility, with opportunities to grow your career as you help power our customers’ success.

Shift:Nights - 12hr; 5:30 pm - 5:00 am, 5 days per week (Monday - Saturday)

Your Impact:

• Perform skilled maintenance tasks across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, systems, wiring, and PLCs (AB, Siemens).
• Conduct preventive maintenance on belts, filters, bearings, valves, pumps, motors, compressors, and more.
• Install, test, calibrate, and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and process flows.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager and monitor contractor work.
• Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance and safety procedures.

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of electro-mechanic experience (or military equivalent); journeyman preferred.
• Proficiency in AC/DC drives, power distribution, relay logic, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of NFPA 70E safety standards.
• Ability to work independently with a sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Must pass background check, drug screen, and physical.
• Willingness to work any shift and overtime as needed.

Why Smurfit WestRock:

• Culture rooted in integrity, respect, and accountability.
• Hands-on training and development.
• Competitive salary and growth potential.
• Join a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions.

The salary range for this position is $29.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law. Paid vacation, and paid holidays, based on location and subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.