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Maintenance Lead
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Holden

Type

full-time

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About this role

Now Hiring: Maintenance Team Lead 1st and 2nd Shifts – Holden, LA
Hourly Pay: $40.25
Shifts Available:  Second (6:00pm–6:00am)


Are you a seasoned maintenance professional looking for a stable, rewarding career with a company that values your skills and invests in your future? Weyerhaeuser’s Holden Lumber Mill is seeking experienced Maintenance Leads to join our high-performing team.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a company that’s been shaping the future of wood products for over a century. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, 401K, paid vacation, and holidays—plus the opportunity to grow in a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and safety.

Why Weyerhaeuser?
Industry Leader: We’re at the forefront of the global softwood lumber market, delivering innovative products for residential, commercial, and industrial use.
Legacy & Stability: With over 100 years in business, our associates are the heart of our success.
Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We thrive on collaboration, creativity, and respect.

About the Holden Facility
Our Holden mill includes a log yard, sawmill, dry kilns, planer, and shipping operations. As a Maintenance Lead, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our operations running smoothly and safely.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform skilled mechanical maintenance, installation, and repairs on motors, conveyors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Troubleshoot breakdowns and determine effective repair actions.
  • Conduct inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and welding/fabrication as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all safety protocols, including lockout procedures.
  • Work independently and collaboratively with the maintenance team.

 



What You Bring

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 5 years of industrial mechanical maintenance/millwright experience OR equivalent education/experience OR 3 years in a lumber manufacturing environment as a mechanical maintenance/millwright
  • Must have track record of consistently demonstrating leadership skills as well as positive influence and accomplishments in proactively influencing safety, environmental, quality, productivity and people development. 
  • Must have track record of consistently demonstrating leadership skills as well as positive influence and accomplishments in proactively influencing safety, environmental, quality, productivity and people development. 
  • Proficiency with hand/power tools, precision instruments, and technical drawings
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems
  • Ability to lift heavy components, work in confined spaces, and tolerate extreme temperatures
  • Welding and torch work experience
  • Familiarity with SAP/S4 preferred
  • Willingness to work any shift, weekends, and holidays
  • Commitment to safety and continuous learning

Ready to Build Your Future with Us?
If you're a reliable, safety-conscious professional who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment, we want to hear from you. Join Weyerhaeuser and be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your growth

About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

 Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
 

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Tech stack
Mechanical Maintenance,Installation,Repairs,Troubleshooting,Inspections,Lubrication,Welding,Fabrication,Leadership,Safety,Problem-Solving,Hydraulic Systems,Pneumatic Systems,Conveyor Systems,Technical Drawings,Heavy Lifting

About Weyerhaeuser

We manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations around the world, we offer a range of exciting careers opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @Weyerhaeuser

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1900

What you'll do

  • As a Maintenance Lead, you will perform skilled mechanical maintenance, installation, and repairs on various systems. You will also troubleshoot breakdowns and ensure a clean and safe work environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Maintenance Lead do at Weyerhaeuser?

As a Maintenance Lead at Weyerhaeuser, you will: as a Maintenance Lead, you will perform skilled mechanical maintenance, installation, and repairs on various systems. You will also troubleshoot breakdowns and ensure a clean and safe work environment..

Why join Weyerhaeuser as a Maintenance Lead?

Weyerhaeuser is a leading Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing company.

Is the Maintenance Lead position at Weyerhaeuser remote?

The Maintenance Lead position at Weyerhaeuser is based in Holden, Louisiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Maintenance Lead position at Weyerhaeuser?

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