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Maintenance Journeyman 1/Electrical

International Paper · internationalpaper.com
VicksburgOn-siteMid level3+ yrs
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Industrial maintenance technician for electrical and instrumentation systems at a paper mill.

PLC

Details

Found
8 d ago · posted 2026-10-27
Location
Vicksburg, MS
Pay (as listed)
$40.70 an hour

Full description

Position Title: Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 Electrical/Instrumentation (J1) Pay Rate: $40.70/hr. Physical Location: Vicksburg Mill 3737 Hwy 3 Redwood, MS 39156 Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time • Days (7am-3:30pm – Monday-Friday) Job Requirements • At least 18 years of age • Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience • Eligible for employment in the US AND one of the following: • At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION systems; OR • At least three (3) years of work experience in ELECTRICAL systems • Must be willing to meet the following requirements: • Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection) • Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills • Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment • Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment • Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule • Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification • Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis • Wear required safety equipment It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s): • Associates degree or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical. • Relevant work experience in an industrial environment. The Job You Will Perform: This position will assist journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion Duties include, but are not limited to: Non-applicable skills/experience can be removed but adding skills/experience is not permitted. Instrumentation: Troubleshoot, configure, maintain: • PLC systems • Single loop controls for various field systems • Instillation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufactures of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment • Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners • Routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems • Troubleshoot, maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems • Read and redline loop sheets, P&IDs • Read and interpret wiring diagrams & electrical schematics • Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards • Other duties as assigned Electrician: • Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers • Troubleshoot, install, maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photo electric, speed and reflective switches • Reading and interpreting electrical schematics • Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear • Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards • Other duties as assigned The Skills You Will Bring: • Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues • Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team • Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable • Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

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