Own the challenge. Elevate the craft.
When a high‑speed line pauses mid‑run, you turn uncertainty into action. As a Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Specialist at Philip Morris USA in Richmond, Virginia, you’ll lead with skill—pinpointing root causes, rebuilding with precision, and returning equipment to service with confidence.
Your impact
In this role, your mechanical expertise ensures stable operations and safe, efficient output. You’ll balance proactive maintenance with swift, accurate responses to emergent issues.
Core responsibilities
- Restore equipment to optimal condition through precise mechanical repairs
- Troubleshoot malfunctions using hand/power tools and precision measuring devices
- Rebuild machinery subassemblies; identify and replace worn or faulty parts
- Carry out preventive maintenance schedules and handle reactive maintenance as needed
- Read and apply machine schematics, parts prints, and operating/procedure manuals
- Run and validate equipment post‑repair to confirm performance
- Partner with peers to analyze problems and implement lasting improvements
Responsibilities may evolve; this list is not all‑inclusive.
Compensation and differentials
Starting wage: $44.00/hour, increasing to $51.76/hour after 120 days. Shift differentials: $0.40/hour for B‑shift and $0.48/hour for C‑shift. Additional compensation may be available via our manufacturing incentive program.
What it takes
- Minimum age 18
- Be eligible to work in the U.S. and for the Altria family of companies
- Willing to work any shift plus overtime, weekends, and holidays
- Journeyman mechanical credentials or relevant mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing or military settings
- Dependable, regular attendance
- Motivation to learn, grow, and continuously improve
Candidates must successfully complete the required assessment(s). Explore details and apply: Altria Manufacturing Jobs
Benefits that back your best work
- Weekly pay
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage on Day 1
- Performance pay plan up to $4,000 annually
- Annual bonus up to $2,400
- 15 paid holidays per year
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Education Reimbursement Program up to $10,000 annually
- Deferred Profit‑Sharing Contributions (401k‑type):
- Dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 3% of eligible pay (if match‑eligible)
- Annual company profit‑sharing of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible pay, based on EPS growth
- Additional 5% supplemental contribution annually (if match‑eligible)
- 100% vesting in personal and matching contributions; one‑year vesting for profit‑sharing and supplemental company contributions for newly hired employees
- Work‑life support: free on‑site fitness center and workout clothes, cafeteria and convenience store, service awards, dependent care FSA, scholarship program, employee assistance program, and more
Step into a role where your mechanical mastery keeps production flowing—and your career moving forward.