Maintenance Technician: PLC & Electrical Systems

International Paper; Bay Minette (AL); On-site; USD 39,275 - 55,269; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid Time Off

Education & Development

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

International Paper in Bay Minette, AL is seeking a Maintenance technician for 12-hour rotating shifts (7AM–7PM and 7PM–7AM) on a full-time, hourly basis. The role covers preventive and emergency maintenance across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLC-driven controls, reading schematics, replacing components, and collaborating with production teams to keep operations safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• Technical experience and reliability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and control systems.
• Proficiency with hand tools and machinery.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, policies and practices.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as lubricating, measuring wear and aligning components.
• Perform emergency/breakdown maintenance to support plant operations.
• Test electrical circuits with multimeters (DC/AC).
• Read electrical diagrams and wiring schematics.
• Exchange motors, gearboxes, belts, and related components with proper alignment.
• Understand PLC-related limits and proximity switches.
• Troubleshoot AC/DC drive systems to identify faults.
• Diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Operate conveyors and related equipment.
• Use hand tools (grinders, drills, Metabo, reciprocating saws).
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and communicate with internal customers.

Skills

Technical skills

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

Hand tools

Teamwork

Tools

Multimeter

Job description

International Paper in Bay Minette, AL is seeking a Maintenance technician for 12-hour rotating shifts (7AM–7PM and 7PM–7AM) on a full-time, hourly basis. The role covers preventive and emergency maintenance across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLC-driven controls, reading schematics, replacing components, and collaborating with production teams to keep operations safe and efficient.