Journey Mechanic

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Hawesville, (Kentucky, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Journey Mechanic. This job is full-time permanent.

The primary function of the Journey Mechanic is to keep equipment and machinery operational through maintenance, preventive maintenance, fabrication, replacement, installation, and rebuilding parts and equipment.

If selected for consideration, you must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, aptitude and knowledge tests, criminal background investigation, references verification, pre-employment drug and alcohol screens, and a pre-employment fitness for duty examination.

Domtar offers competitive wages starting at $41.81/hour and a range of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Successful New Hires will earn (1) week of Paid Vacation at 6 Months of Employment and will be eligible for an additional week of Vacation after 1 year of Service; and will also receive (12) Paid Holidays annually. Domtar is a supporter in development and continuing education.

Position Requirements:

 A personal dedication to safety, including proactive support of efforts to create a culture of safety excellence

A high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

Three to five (3-5) years of industrial maintenance experience as a Journey Mechanic or an Associate's Degree in the mechanical maintenance technology field with 1-2 years of experience.

Ability to pass aptitude and knowledge tests

Skills and working knowledge/experience in troubleshooting and repair of various types of pumps, hydraulic systems, gearbox repair, bearing mounting and alignment, piping systems, conveying/solid material handling equipment, and predictive/preventive maintenance techniques

Willing and able to function at a high level in a heavy industrial maintenance department; responding to the demands of a 24/7 operation (examples may include working: extended hours, call-ins, holidays)

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions). 

 
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

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