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Industrial Maintenance Technician jobs on OPT are available across manufacturing, food processing, and automotive plants. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field, typically engineering or engineering technology. Most roles are full-time and hands-on, satisfying OPT's employment requirements without remote work complications.
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Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Maintenance Technicians for our Corrugated Packaging facility in Augusta, GA. Maintenance Technicians will be expected to have and refine their skills in Industrial Electrical & Mechanical Crafts. Maintenance Technicians support the facility's vision of safety, uptime, efficiency, and profitability as part of the Maintenance Reliability Team by performing scheduled routine maintenance or unscheduled repairs.
Salary:
- $36.43 - $42.41 per hour (depending on experience)
Shift:
- This is a 2-2-3 work schedule.
- Schedules: 7A - 7P | 7P - 7A
- Training will be on 1st shift for one (1) month: 7A - 5P
- Only candidates who are flexible and available to work any shift will be considered.
Physical Location:
1745 Doug Barnard Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30906
Our Team
Our team creates value by safely assisting with the production of corrugated boxes for our valued customers.
What You Will Do
- Supporting our safe working environment by adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Troubleshooting and repairing industrial corrugated box making machinery.
- Troubleshoot electrical motors, frequency drives, PLCs, proximity sensors, limit switches and relays.
- Troubleshooting industrial electrical issues (12vdc to 480vac).
- Performing routine scheduled preventative maintenance.
- Responding to unscheduled floor calls by troubleshooting and repairing with a sense of urgency.
- Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Use hand tools, power tools, precision-measuring devices, and testing instruments.
- Willing and able to work any shift, holiday, weekends, and overtime as needed.
- Provide your own basic hand tools and rolling toolbox.
- Have a self-starting and disciplined work ethic.
- Problem solving with team members.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- 2+ years maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing both mechanical AND electrical issues
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulics and pneumatics
- Experience reading electrical schematics and technical drawings
What Will Put You Ahead
- Industrial electrical knowledge with advanced motor and frequency drive troubleshooting experience
- Mechanical maintenance experience with conveyor systems, actuated valves, and welding.
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley etc.)
- Experience in the packaging industry with focus on converting/corrugating equipment
- Associate's degree in electrical and/or mechanical technology
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.
Your Job
Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Maintenance Technicians for our Corrugated Packaging facility in Augusta, GA. Maintenance Technicians will be expected to have and refine their skills in Industrial Electrical & Mechanical Crafts. Maintenance Technicians support the facility's vision of safety, uptime, efficiency, and profitability as part of the Maintenance Reliability Team by performing scheduled routine maintenance or unscheduled repairs.
Salary:
- $36.43 - $42.41 per hour (depending on experience)
Shift:
- This is a 2-2-3 work schedule.
- Schedules: 7A - 7P | 7P - 7A
- Training will be on 1st shift for one (1) month: 7A - 5P
- Only candidates who are flexible and available to work any shift will be considered.
Physical Location:
1745 Doug Barnard Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30906
Our Team
Our team creates value by safely assisting with the production of corrugated boxes for our valued customers.
What You Will Do
- Supporting our safe working environment by adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Troubleshooting and repairing industrial corrugated box making machinery.
- Troubleshoot electrical motors, frequency drives, PLCs, proximity sensors, limit switches and relays.
- Troubleshooting industrial electrical issues (12vdc to 480vac).
- Performing routine scheduled preventative maintenance.
- Responding to unscheduled floor calls by troubleshooting and repairing with a sense of urgency.
- Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Use hand tools, power tools, precision-measuring devices, and testing instruments.
- Willing and able to work any shift, holiday, weekends, and overtime as needed.
- Provide your own basic hand tools and rolling toolbox.
- Have a self-starting and disciplined work ethic.
- Problem solving with team members.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- 2+ years maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing both mechanical AND electrical issues
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulics and pneumatics
- Experience reading electrical schematics and technical drawings
What Will Put You Ahead
- Industrial electrical knowledge with advanced motor and frequency drive troubleshooting experience
- Mechanical maintenance experience with conveyor systems, actuated valves, and welding.
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley etc.)
- Experience in the packaging industry with focus on converting/corrugating equipment
- Associate's degree in electrical and/or mechanical technology
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Industrial Maintenance Technician
Confirm your STEM OPT eligibility early
Industrial maintenance roles often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying, since this significantly extends your authorized work period.
Target manufacturers with established HR infrastructure
Large manufacturers and Fortune 500 industrial companies process OPT hires routinely and understand E-Verify requirements. Smaller shops may not. Prioritize employers with dedicated HR teams, as they're far more likely to manage your work authorization documentation correctly.
Address your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Industrial hiring cycles run long, often six to ten weeks from application to start date. Contact recruiters early and clarify your OPT end date. This prevents offers collapsing at the last stage because the employer didn't plan around your authorization window.
Emphasize hands-on technical credentials in applications
Certifications like OSHA 10, PLC programming, or hydraulics training signal job-readiness to industrial employers. Listing these prominently reduces employer hesitation about sponsoring an OPT candidate, because they see concrete technical competency rather than a training investment risk.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship policy before accepting offers
Some manufacturers sponsor H-1B visas for maintenance technicians in specialized roles; others do not. Ask during the final interview stage, not after accepting. Knowing the employer's policy lets you plan your long-term immigration strategy before your OPT window closes.
Report employer changes to your DSO immediately
Industrial roles sometimes involve plant transfers or contractor reassignments. Any change in employer name, location, or job duties must be reported to your DSO within ten days. Failing to update your SEVIS record puts your OPT authorization at risk.
Industrial Maintenance Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Industrial Maintenance Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, but it depends on your degree field, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering technology, your CIP code likely qualifies. Confirm with your DSO before applying for the extension. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree field for the extension to be valid.
How do I find Industrial Maintenance Technician employers who accept OPT workers?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. It filters jobs specifically for F-1 OPT students, so you're only seeing roles from employers open to work authorization. Searching general job boards wastes time on listings where OPT status eliminates you early in screening. Migrate Mate surfaces roles in manufacturing, food processing, and industrial facilities that actively hire OPT candidates.
Does working as an Industrial Maintenance Technician on OPT satisfy the employment requirement?
Yes. Industrial maintenance is direct, full-time, hands-on employment that satisfies OPT's work requirement, provided the role is related to your degree field. Roles involving PLC systems, mechanical repair, or electrical troubleshooting typically align well with engineering and engineering technology degrees. Keep documentation from your employer confirming your job title, hours worked, and start date in case USCIS requests verification.
Can I work for a staffing agency as an Industrial Maintenance Technician on OPT?
Yes, but with important caveats. You can work through a staffing agency if the agency is the employer of record and is enrolled in E-Verify. Your DSO must update your SEVIS record to reflect the staffing agency as your employer. If you move between client sites, any material change in job duties or location should be reported to your DSO promptly to stay in compliance.
What happens if my Industrial Maintenance Technician job ends before my OPT expires?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during the standard OPT period, reduced to 60 days total during the STEM extension. Days without employment accumulate, so finding a new qualifying role quickly matters. Update your DSO immediately when employment ends and again when you start a new position. Exceeding the unemployment limit invalidates your OPT authorization even if the expiration date hasn't passed.