Multi-Craft Electrician/Mechanic

International Paper Company; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

International Paper in El Paso, TX seeks a Multi-Craft Electrician/Mechanic to maintain corrugator, converting, material handling and plant utility equipment. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose failures and execute electrical and mechanical repairs to minimize downtime and support product quality.

Responsibilities include reading electrical drawings, using PLC/HMI diagnostics, maintaining energy controls, and collaborating with maintenance staff to ensure safe, reliable plant

Qualifications

• Proficient in electrical and mechanical maintenance for corrugated packaging equipment.
• Able to diagnose equipment failures and perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Must read electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics; use testing instruments.
• English literacy for reporting and records keeping; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Maintain corrugator, converting, material handling and plant utility equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs to support production quality and uptime.
• Diagnose faults using PLC/HMI diagnostics and repair electrical controls.
• Record work performed, parts used and downtime in maintenance system.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman or Maintenance License

Tools

PLCs & VFDs

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Pay Rate

Multi-Craft Electrician/Mechanic $32.17/hr

Sign on Bonus: Retention Bonus:

$500 after 30 days, $500 after 1 year

$500 after 6 months, Additional lump sum after 2 years

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time (1st shift – Monday-Friday & some Saturdays) able to work any shift

Physical Location: El Paso Container 9301 Billy The Kid El Paso, TX 79907 915-860-4122

International Paper | Corrugated Packaging Plant

Reports to: Maintenance Lead and Maintenance Supervisor

Performance evaluated by: Maintenance Supervisor

The Job You Will Perform

Maintain corrugator, converting, material handling, and plant utility equipment in safe, reliable operating condition. Perform preventive maintenance, diagnose equipment failures, and complete electrical and mechanical repairs to reduce unplanned downtime and support board quality, box quality, and production requirements.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Safety and energy control. Follow plant safety rules and equipment-specific energy control procedures. Isolate and verify electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, gravity, and other stored energy before servicing. Perform electrical work only within training and authorization. Inspect guards, interlocks, and emergency stops; report unsafe conditions and never bypass protective devices to maintain production.
• Corrugator maintenance. Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair roll stands, splicers, preheaters, single facers, glue machines, double backers, bridge conveyors, slitters and scorers, cutoff knives, and stackers. Maintain bearings, drive components, belts, chains, rolls, actuators, and alignment to support consistent sheet production.
• Converting maintenance. Maintain flexo folder gluers, rotary die cutters, printers, feeders, slotters, folders, glue systems, counter ejectors, and associated conveyors. Diagnose feed, print registration, cutting, folding, gluing, and stacking problems with operators; distinguish equipment faults from setup or material issues.
• Electrical and controls troubleshooting. Read electrical drawings and diagnose motors, starters, contactors, relays, power supplies, variable frequency drives, servo systems, encoders, sensors, and machine communication faults. Use PLC and HMI diagnostics to identify input, output, sequence, and interlock problems. Make program or parameter changes only when authorized, documented, and backed up.
• Mechanical and fluid power repairs. Read mechanical drawings and pneumatic and hydraulic schematics. Repair and replace bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, cylinders, valves, regulators, pumps, hoses, and seals. Use appropriate alignment, tensioning, lubrication, and precision measurement methods.
• Steam and process support systems. Safely operate and maintain the boiler as trained and authorized. Maintain steam supply at plant-approved operating settings and troubleshoot condensate return, steam traps, and related controls. Maintain compressed air, vacuum, starch preparation and delivery, and adhesive circulation equipment as assigned.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities Continued

• Preventive maintenance and reliability. Complete scheduled inspections and lubrication; check wear, vibration, temperature, leaks, alignment, and component condition. Identify developing failures, recommend corrective work, and prepare tools, parts, and job plans for scheduled outages.
• Breakdown response and quality. Respond to equipment failures, identify the cause, and make durable repairs. Work with production to investigate equipment contributions to delamination, warp, score depth or position, sheet length variation, poor print registration, and defective folds or glue joints. Verify safe operation and product quality with operators before returning equipment to service.
• Material handling and facilities. Maintain sheet and bundle conveyors, transfer equipment, strappers, balers, scrap removal systems, and other assigned plant equipment. Perform installations and modifications using approved drawings and work procedures.
• Work records and communication. Accurately record work performed, failure causes, parts used, labor time, and follow-up needs in the plant maintenance system. Provide clear shift handoffs and notify supervision of recurring failures, unusual conditions, parts shortages, and equipment risks.
• Housekeeping and food safety. Keep tools, spare parts, and work areas clean and organized. Control metal shavings, loose hardware, lubricants, and other maintenance debris. Follow plant food safety and contamination prevention practices, use approved materials where required, and leave equipment clean after repairs.
• Teamwork. Coordinate work with operators, production leaders, and maintenance personnel. Follow instructions, ask questions when needed, share troubleshooting findings, and perform other duties assigned by supervision.

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Maintenance License, as required for the position.
• Well-rounded electrical and mechanical maintenance experience with the ability to perform the duties above. Experience maintaining corrugated packaging equipment is preferred.
• Must have proficiency in electrical controls, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), motor drives, and AC and DC voltages, and the ability to troubleshoot these systems along with mechanical assemblies, pneumatics, hydraulics, and steam systems within assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, electrical drawings, and mechanical and fluid power schematics; accurately use electrical test instruments and precision measuring devices.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; maintain accurate records; learn equipment systems; and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

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. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].