What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - 3RD SHIFT position at PCA?
As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.
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Maintenance Technician – 3rd Shift
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA)
Akron, OH | Full‑Time | 3rd Shift
Pay Range: $27.28 – $38.98 per hour (based on skills & experience)
Overtime: Daily, weekend, and holiday premiums
Why You’ll Want This Job
If you’re a skilled industrial maintenance technician looking for top pay, modern equipment, paid training, and long‑term stability, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 manufacturer with over 15,000 employees across the U.S.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Multicraft Maintenance Technician, you’ll work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment performing a wide range of industrial maintenance tasks, including:
- Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Diagnosing breakdowns and restoring equipment quickly and safely
- Performing preventive and predictive maintenance
- Working closely with production and other maintenance team members
- Continuously expanding your technical skills through paid training and advancement programs
No one expects you to know everything—PCA invests in training so you can grow your skills and earnings over time.
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- 2 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn multi‑craft skills
- Ability to work assigned shift (3rd)
- Must be able to work extended hours and occasional weekends
Preferred (not required):
- Technical degree or certification (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Maintenance, etc.)
- Experience in corrugated packaging, printing, converting, or manufacturing
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Pay, Overtime & Benefits That Matter
We know skilled technicians have options—here’s what sets PCA apart:
Compensation & Premiums
- Competitive hourly pay: $27.28 – $38.98 shift differential
- 1.5x pay over 8 hours and over 40 hours/week
- 11 paid holidays
- Up to 1 week of vacation in year of hire with 2 full weeks in first full year of employment
- Company‑provided uniforms & laundering
- Safety shoe & safety glasses allowance
- Tool stipend/replacement program
- You bring basic hand tools
- PCA provides special and heavy tools
Why Technicians Stay at PCA
- Stable, recession‑resistant industry
- Clear skill progression with paid training
- Advancement opportunities across PCA’s nationwide network
- Strong safety culture and team environment
- A company that promotes from within
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Starting salary for position: $27.28 – $38.98 per hour shift differential
- Bonus: Annual – Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.
- Paid Vacation: 2 weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
- Paid Holidays.
- Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
- Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
- Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
Salary : $27 - $39