Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman

Sylvamo, a major pulp and paper producer located in Eastover SC, is seeking its next generation of top Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technicians for the Eastover, SC Mill.   We are looking for dependable women and men with excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills to fill our challenging positions.  Sylvamo offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health care, life insurance, disability income, gainsharing, holidays, vacation, 401K and retiree savings. Experienced Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman Technician Hourly pay rate is $37.93 - $40.28 starting pay with opportunity to progress Duties for mechanics include, but are not restricted to, replacing valves & gaskets, basic welding, repacking pumps & valves, forklift operations, screwed pipe & tubing installations, cylinder repair, pump repair & replacement, repair of rotating assemblies, roll repair and replacements, motor replacements, repair of mechanical drive systems, gear reducers, seals, fans, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication and rigging.   Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Basic computer skills Able to function in a team environment 5 years minimum experience in industrial setting performing as Mechanic or Millwright in a multi-skilled heavy industrial maintenance environment Must be able to pass hands on demonstrated skill test and written tests.   PLUS: Must be willing to meet the following requirements: Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment Willing and capable of working all shifts Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis Wear required safety equipment Operate or work in industrial conditions (i.e. warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces with proper safety training and safety protection)   Preferred Requirements: Associate degree in a related discipline (Millwright, Machinist, Welding, OR Pipefitting) Relevant work experience in a heavy industrial environment Strong math/physics understanding Millwright/Machinist backgrounds on the mechanical side     Apply on line at Sylvamo.com