Paper Machine Maintenance Mechanic (24/7 Shifts)

Pratt Industries; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join the paper mill maintenance team. The role supports paper machine reliability and works within a 24/7 rotating shift schedule, including day and shift assignments.

Expect to collaborate with operations teams as customers of maintenance services and to participate in a high-performance work system. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnostic work on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and repair of pumps and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree (2–4 year) from college, university, technical school, or equivalent.
• Computer/Data entry skills and basic literacy in maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure reliability and uptime.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults on process equipment.
• Repair malfunctioning equipment such as pumps and transmissions.
• Operate motorized equipment (forklifts, scissor/genie lifts, hoists, cranes).
• Read blueprints and maintenance manuals; prepare reports legibly.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical basics

Reading blueprints

Safety practices

Education

2–4 year degree

Computer/Data entry skills

Tools

Forklift operation

Conveyor knowledge

Pumps & gearboxes

Job description

Pratt Industries is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join the paper mill maintenance team. The role supports paper machine reliability and works within a 24/7 rotating shift schedule, including day and shift assignments.

Expect to collaborate with operations teams as customers of maintenance services and to participate in a high-performance work system. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnostic work on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and repair of pumps and