MTC - Journeyman I (Pipefitter)

Position Title: 

Journeyman I – Pipefitter

Pay Rate: 

$39.69

Category/Shift: 

Hourly Full-Time 

Physical Location: 

7600 Hwy 10 West

Pine Hill, AL

36769

334-963-4391

The Job You Will Perform: 

This is a journeyman-level pipefitter responsible to complete scheduled and routine maintenance work along with performing many other duties both as part of a team and independently. Duties for pipefitter include, but are not restricted to preventative/predictive maintenance . This position includes a progressive comprehensive training program to develop into a multi-craft mechanic.

Responsibilities:

• Obtain daily work orders
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Perform field measurements and installations as needed
• Move pumps, pipes, and valves using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks
• Assemble and install pumps, pipes, and valves according to lay-out plan, blue prints and other drawings
• Utilize hoists, lift trucks, hand tools and power tools
• Operate overhead cranes, tow motors and fork lifts
• Have computer skills
• Fabricate structural materials and pipes as needed
• Assist mechanical craft as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned that you are qualified to do safely

The Skills You Will Bring: 

Successful candidate should have the ability to:

• Personally exhibit safety as a core value and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety

• Represent both company policy and direction

• Develop knowledge of department and mill operations processes, equipment and systems

• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Work effectively alone or within a team 

• Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively

• Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams

• Basic computer skills

• Make timely and effective decisions

Required Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent

• Must be 18 years or older

• Technical training or certification as a Pipefitter; or at least 3 years of work experience as a Pipefitter 

• Willing and capable of working all shifts

Plus – must be willing to meet the following requirements:

• Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule

• Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification

• Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis

• Respond to emergencies during off hours and weekends

• Wear required safety equipment/PPE

• Continue to develop skills to become a multi-skill mechanic (including millwright, welding, and machinist)

• Operate or work in industrial conditions (i.e. warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, and heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces with proper safety training and safety protection)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a maintenance discipline.

• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

• Strong math/physics understanding.

• Prior experience as a multi-skill mechanic.

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 Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement),  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 120 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) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.