Multi-craft Mechanic

Ryam Limited; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability (STD/ LTD)

Bonus / Merit

Life insurance

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ryam Limited is seeking an experienced industrial maintenance technician for our Fernandina Plant. The role involves repairing, installing and rebuilding mechanical equipment, and meeting ongoing training requirements to advance skilled trades in a high-pressure manufacturing environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of industrial maintenance experience, with proficiency in pumps, conveyors, hydraulics and reading drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Proficient in base craft and able to troubleshoot, install pumps, alignments, conveyors, drag chains, operating heavy equipment, and repair or replace mill equipment.
• Able to read mechanical drawings, machinery specifications and parts lists.
• Qualified in millwright, pipefitting, instrumentation, machinist, carpentry or electrical.
• Knowledge of pumps, filters, grinders, gears, hydraulic systems, pipe installation and welding.
• Basic computer and handheld devices skills; own basic tools; able to work safely under pressure.
• Experience with Predictive Technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Ultrasound, and Precision Alignment; SAP experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Repair, install, and rebuild mechanical equipment throughout the mill.
• Meet training requirements to improve industrial skills specific to the Fernandina Plant.
• Operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Maintain a record of work and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Pump installation

Conveyors

Drag chains

Heavy equipment

Mechanical drawings

Machinery specs

Parts list

Millwright

Pipefitting

Instrumentation

Machinist

Carpentry

Electrical

Hydraulic systems

Welding

SAP experience

Predictive technologies

Vibration analysis

Ultrasound

Precision alignment

Basic computer skills

Handheld devices

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years industrial maintenance experience

Tools

Basic computer skills

Handheld devices

Job description

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of high purity cellulose commonly used in the production of filters, food, pharmaceuticals, high performance plastics, propellants and various other industrial applications. RYAM's specialized assets, capable of creating the world’s leading cellulose specialties products, are also used to produce cellulose viscose pulp, cellulose fluff pulp, paperboard, high yield pulp and various value-added co-products, including biofuels, bioelectricity and lignin. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM generated $1.5 billion of revenue in 2025. More information is available at www.ryam.com RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation's top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in over 40 countries across five continents.

Repairing, installing, and rebuilding mechanical equipment throughout the mill as well as possessing personal initiative in meeting the training requirements to improve individual industrial skills specific to the RYAM Fernandina Plant.

Qualified candidates will bring the following experience and skill sets:

• High school diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of industrial maintenance experience
• Be proficient in base craft and qualified to perform all tasks associated with troubleshooting, pump installation and alignment, conveyors, drag chains, operating heavy equipment, and repairing or replacement of mill equipment.
• Able to draft, read and understand mechanical drawings, machinery specifications and parts list
• Functional in three (3) additional base skills (millwright, pipefitting, instrumentation, machinist, carpentry or electrical)
• Knowledge of pumps, filters, grinders, gears, hydraulic systems, pipe installation and welding
• Possess basic computer and handheld devices skills
• Own a complete set of basic mechanical tools
• Self-starter who can work safely under high-pressure situations
• Experience with Predictive Technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Ultrasound equipment, and Precision Alignment preferredSAP experience preferred

Working conditions

The working conditions include an indoor non-air-conditioned industrial manufacturing and warehouse environment. Subject to temperatures that range from 65 to 90 degrees in the general working environment and hotter in certain areas of the plant. Occasional outdoor activities in hot, cold, or adverse weather. Twenty-four hour working environment. Must be available and willing to work rotating shifts.

Physical requirements

Must pass and maintain all medical and fit-testing requirements for respiratory equipment. Must be able to stand on concrete floors for an extended period, climb narrow stairs, ladders, and scaffolding. Work in confined spaces or at heights and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds during the shift.

Why you will love working for RYAM:

• Competitive pay, potential to earn $100,000 annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short term / Long term disability
• Bonus / Merit
• Life insurance (Company paid & Voluntary)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement
• Retirement plan

EOE/Vet/Disability