Position Title:

Heavy Duty Technician & Planning Coordinator

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

Pay Rate:

$52.07 - $55.71 per hour plus shift premium

Physical Location:

International Paper Grande Prairie Pulp Mill

53024A Resources Road

County of Grande Prairie No.1

Directions: Travel 12 kms south of Grande Prairie on Resources Road.

To learn more about the Grande Prairie region, please visit: Work NW Alberta

The Job You Will Perform:

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? It is time to embrace your Infinite Possibilities. This is your opportunity to be part of International Paper, a Fortune 500 company and global leader in paper and packaging products. IP is known for our commitment to the environment and to cutting-edge technology. We have spent more than 100 years creating new ideas, and we are looking for people who can collaborate to help us build on our history, while creating future success. We are committed to attracting, preparing, promoting and supporting our teams. At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer benefits, challenges, global opportunities and total rewards. When we say Infinite Possibilities, we mean it.

This position reports to the Maintenance Team in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. The Grande Prairie mill is a 1000+ tonne per day Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp mill. It currently operates with approximately 380 mill employees in a high performance, results oriented environment.

Key Functions

The Heavy Duty Mechanic / Planner Coordinator is responsible for performing repairs, preventative maintenance, and planning/scheduling activities to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the mill’s transport and heavy equipment. This role combines technical expertise with planning and coordinating responsibilities to support equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Key Accountabilities

Safety

• Actively participate in safety, health, and environmental programs in accordance with Grande Prairie Mill standards.

• Ensure all maintenance and planning activities prioritize safe work practices and compliance.

Maintain Equipment

• Work collaboratively within a team environment to maintain a variety of equipment across the mill with a high degree of accuracy and precision.

• Support maintenance planning by coordinating schedules and resources to minimize downtime.

Perform Preventative Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks, complete work orders, and follow PM routes within assigned areas.

• Develop and promote a preventative maintenance mindset versus a reactionary approach.

• Utilize SAP to plan, schedule, and document preventative maintenance activities.

Failure Elimination

• Actively participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to resolve recurring issues and improve reliability.

• Perform surveys of failure causes (e.g., lubrication, mechanical systems), using technical knowledge and equipment history to recommend solutions.

• Coordinate corrective actions and track progress through SAP.

Work Systems Improvements

• Contribute to the development and improvement of technical standards, work instructions, and procedures.

• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution processes.

• Collaborate with operations and maintenance leaders to align work systems with mill reliability objectives.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Core Competencies

• Quality Orientation and Standards Compliance

• Time Management – Planning and Organizing

• Development and Continual Learning

• Problem Solving

• Accountability and Dependability

• Decision Making and Judgment

• Communication

• Team Work

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• High school diploma, GED, or completion of a trade school program

• Minimum 5 years of experience working with transport and heavy-duty equipment

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair bearings, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, and related equipment

• Experience interpreting and applying manufacturer maintenance manuals

• Proficiency in using computers for troubleshooting, record-keeping, and documentation

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (verbal and written English)

• Ability to understand and follow complex work instructions and perform duties with minimal supervision

• Willingness and ability to work overtime, weekends, and on-call as required

• Willingness and ability to work in hot, humid, cold, and noisy environments

• Ability to travel internationally if required

Preferred qualifications include:

• Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic certification
• Minimum 5 years experience as a full-time Heavy Duty Mechanic journeyperson technician
• CVIP Certification/Experience
• Proficiency with SAP, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance work orders
• A couple of years of experience leading a shop or team, with proven coordination and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience in planning, coordinating, or supporting maintenance activities
• Experience leading or managing teams/crews
• Off-road equipment experience
• Class 1 or 3 driver’s license
• Specialized hydraulic systems experience

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion.

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products. Following International Paper’s strategic review, GCF is transitioning to become a standalone company supported by American Industrial Partners, positioning us to deliver enhanced value to customers and continue shaping a healthier, more sustainable future. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.