Mechanical Journeyman / Industrial Mechanic

About the role

The Mechanical Journeyman is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production equipment through mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance. This role requires experience in heavy industrial environments and a solid foundation in mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair a wide range of mechanical equipment including pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and motors
• Experience with power transmission systems such as belt drives, chain drives, gearboxes, and couplings
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot piping systems
• Perform pipefitting, welding, and rigging tasks as needed
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair
• Repair, install, and align centrifugal pumps, including shaft alignment and seal replacement
• Replace bearings, align shafts and couplings
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics
• Work safely and collaboratively as part of a maintenance team

Requirements

• 2+ years mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or military environment (e.g., millwright, multi-craft mechanic, or similar mechanical trade)
• Related 2-year technical degree strongly preferred
• Candidates with a related technical degree and limited hands-on experience may still be considered
• Candidates without a technical degree must have a minimum of 2+ years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to established procedures and standards
• Valid driver's license with demonstrated safe driving
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions (climbing, lifting, standing, etc.)
• Willingness to work day shift (Monday–Friday) with future potential to transition to a rotating shift schedule, including nights and weekends

Qualifications

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sappi does not provide visa sponsorship.

Skills

None specifically listed beyond the general mechanical skills required.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer match
• 2 to 6 Weeks Paid Vacation (based on verified prior experience)
• 10 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
• Tool Allowance
• Free Access to Online Learning across a wide range of professional, technical, and personal development topics

Pay

Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job. Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Schedule

For newly hired Mechanical Journeymen, all work a day shift for their first full year of employment at Sappi. After completing one year of service, employees become eligible to work a 12-hour rotating shift and may be assigned to this schedule if an opening occurs and no one more senior elects to take the opening. The 12-hour rotating shift consists of two 12-hour days, two 12-hour nights, followed by four days off. This schedule includes built-in overtime, which generally results in a higher annual income.