Job Title: Yard Crew
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
The Position
We currently have an opening for a Yard Crew based out of our location in Port Townsend, Washington.
About Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC)
The Port Townsend Paper (“PTPC”) mill is proud to have been in continuous operation for more than 90 years. We use a blend of virgin and recycled fibers (Kraft and OCC pulp) to produce Kraft pulp, paper, containerboard, medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships.
At PTPC we believe that a healthy and safe work environment is fundamental to the success of all employees. We put that belief into practice every day by managing risk and building safety reliability into our processes and procedures. Engaging and empowering our workforce to maintain world-class safety performance is the pathway to achieving operational excellence. We also strive to preserve the environment, be good neighbors, and remain a valued member of the local community. Many of our employees have enjoyed working at PTPC for the greater part of their careers; we have employees with 20, 25, 30, even 35 years of service.
Job Responsibilities
- Maintain grounds. building, and dock, roofs Replace dock plank; use jackhammer painting; moving office material (file cabinets, desk, files, furniture); replace door & siding; demolition of small buildings & equipment; painting fire ladders; tarping roofs; pressure washing equipment; placing heaters and tanks.
- Load, unload, and deliver freight.
- Haul ash and grits.
- Support maintenance shutdown and breakdown activities.
- Share the load of overtime and call-ins as needed.
- Operate 30ton Crane/forklift/tractor/loader
- Other duties for Journey Level Carpentry: form building; erection of
- stairs; flatwork; fabrication of shipment boxes; forms for stairs; ability to build small sheds/buildings. Remodeling of office space or buildings. Erect scaffold up to 60ft
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of craft-level techniques, equipment-specific operations, and safe handling of chemicals common to the pulp and paper industry.
- Familiarity with general maintenance processes beyond core craft, including welding, cutting, machining, metalworking, fitting, rigging, and other industrial maintenance skills.
- Understanding of vibration analysis, condition monitoring techniques, and predictive maintenance tools (e.g., thermography, ultrasound).
- Ability to interpret equipment data to identify faults such as unbalance, misalignment, bearing issues, and resonance problems.
- Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles and predictive maintenance strategies.
- Proficiency in using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to track and document equipment conditions.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and operations personnel.
- Journeyman Level Carpentry skills, equipment operator skills, and proper handling procedures for chemicals common to pulp and paper process.
- Ability to work and communicate within a small work team.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years in general construction.
- Pass Bennett Mechanical Diagnostic with a minimum score of 80%.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical capacities evaluation.
- Physical requirements:
- Lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Push and pull rolling carts with loads of several hundred pounds
- Twist, turn, and bend while performing job duties
- Work in awkward or confined positions as needed
- Must successfully pass pre-employment and ongoing drug testing, as this is a safety-sensitive position.
- Proof of authorization to work in the United States is required at hire.
- Pre-employment background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Results will be considered in determining suitability and competence for the position.
Compensation
- Starting wage is $34.57 per hour
- Shift differentials: 2nd shift earns an extra $0.55 per hour, 3rd shift earns an extra $0.77 per hour, plus an additional $0.44 per hour just for working a 12-hour rotating schedule
- Lots of overtime opportunities.
Work Schedule and Environment
- Employees may be assigned to either:
- A Monday–Friday schedule, working 8-hour shifts (overtime applies for hours over 8 per day or 40 per week), or
- A 4-day, 12-hour rotating schedule on an 8-day tour: 2-day shifts (5:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.), 2-night shifts (5:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.), followed by four days off (overtime applies for hours over 12 per day and for any work on days outside your regularly scheduled tour).
- Work environment may include exposure to steam, dust, mists, noise, odors, and temperature extremes.
- Tasks may require working at heights, in confined spaces, and around sharp instruments or moving equipment.
- Depending on assignment, the environment may be hot and dusty or cold and damp.
Benefits
- Position is represented by the United Steelworkers Union
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.
- 1 week vacation after 6 months of employment; then 2 to 5 weeks each January, depending on tenure.
- 9 paid holidays and 2 personal holiday per calendar year.
- Annual safety shoe allowance of $175
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.
Port Townsend Paper Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.
Pay: $34.57 per hour
Work Location: In person
