MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - 3RD SHIFT

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