Job Description

Where you will work

Lewiston is Clearwater Paper's original manufacturing facility and home to nearly 700 dedicated team members who power our site. Together, we make paperboard used in products across the United States, including food packaging, plates, cups and more. Home to the first mill that produced poster board from wood waste, the site currently operates two paper machines, two extruders, two power boilers and two recovery boilers.



Located where the Snake and Clearwater rivers meet on the Idaho-Washington border, Lewiston offers an active outdoor lifecycle with easy access to fishing, boating, hiking and camping. The region's milder climate means more rain than snow in the winter and long, sunny days in the summer.



Living here means you'll be close to Lewis-Clark State College, University of Idaho, Washington State University, and Walla Walla Community College, as well as strong local K-12 school districts

What you will do

The Maintenance Technician has three main responsibilities:


Vibration route data collection, analysis, and reporting Vibration monitoring system maintenance and management Trouble calls, quality assurance checks after equipment maintenance actions, and follow-up checks on vibration monitoring system alarms.

A Technician's typical day involves several hours of data collection in the mill in various environments either inside or outdoors, followed by several hours of data analysis and reporting. Conditions during data collection may range from cold to hot & humid environments. Will require physical actions such as: standing; walking; climbing stairs, ladders, or catwalks; and sometimes working from heights.



Additional responsibilities include using several software applications for monitoring mill operations and vibration systems, inputting work orders for equipment issues, attendance of weekly meetings in areas of responsibility, and participation in efforts to increase equipment and mill reliability--including learning and using other PdM technologies as applicable.

What you will need

High School Diploma or Equivalent required 2 or 4 year Technical Degree preferred Good communication skills Aptitude for and commitment to ongoing professional and technical skill growth Ability to both work independently in assigned areas of responsibility and as a team member supporting the PdM department and other areas of the mill Experience with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel Thorough understanding of manufacturing safety procedures (lockout/tagout, confined spaces, personal protective equipment, etc.) Able to work in a physically demanding environment including temperature extremes, loud noise, avoiding slipping, tripping, and falling hazards Able to wear and comply with all personal protective equipment (Eye and ear protection, steel-toed shoes, etc.) Able to work extended hours including nights, weekends, & Holidays. Able to work overtime as needed Provide maintenance supervisor call duty several times per year Vibration Analysis experience, training, and certification CAT I or CAT II preferred Experience with AMS Machinery Manager Software preferred Experience with field balancing rotating equipment preferred Experience in working with computerized maintenance system (JD Edwards) preferred Experience with troubleshooting equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred

Total Rewards Details

We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off includes vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com.

Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

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This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.

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