Papermill Maintenance Technician (24/7)

Pratt Industries; Wapakoneta (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Gym reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Incentive program

Parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Ohio seeks a Mechanical Technician to support the paper mill's reliability-centered maintenance. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, operate forklifts, cranes and other equipment, and read blueprints, P&IDs and manuals.

This is a rotating 24/7 schedule with day and shift assignments, built-in overtime and an incentive program potentially driving earnings well above base salaries.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree (2–4 years) or equivalent.
• Computer/data entry skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, P&IDs, and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in process equipment.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, Genie lifts, hoists, and cranes.
• Technical Proficiency: Read blueprints, manuals, and literature; apply PM principles.
• Mechanical Expertise: Diagnose faults; align shafts, belts, shafts, and couplings; replace bearings; fit gaskets and seals; understand gearboxes and conveyors.
• Welding & Pipefitting: Perform MIG/TIG/Stick welding and pipe fitting as needed.
• Documentation: Prepare legible reports from maintenance orders.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Blueprints

P&IDs

Welding

Documentation

Education

Post-secondary degree (2–4 years)

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Computer/data entry skills

Tools

Lift Truck License

Job description

Pratt Industries in Ohio seeks a Mechanical Technician to support the paper mill's reliability-centered maintenance. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, operate forklifts, cranes and other equipment, and read blueprints, P&IDs and manuals.

This is a rotating 24/7 schedule with day and shift assignments, built-in overtime and an incentive program potentially driving earnings well above base salaries.