E&I Maintenance Technician (Shift Position)

Hood Container Corporation

2h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and safety-oriented E&I Maintenance Technician to join our team. This shift position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and instrumentation systems to support continuous mill operations. This role works on a rotating shift schedule to ensure around-the-clock equipment reliability and minimal downtime in a fast-paced paper mill environment.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance, preferably in a paper mill environment.
Proficiency with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and DCS systems.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems (480V, 4160V), motor controls, and process instrumentation.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
Experience with hand tools, multimeters, calibration devices, and testing instruments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.
Passing entry test, E&I written test, and hands on test

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or vocational training in Electrical/Instrumentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Safely perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems.
Troubleshoot and repair motors, drives, MCCs, switchgear, PLCs, and DCS systems.
Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation devices, including flow meters, pressure sensors, and control valves.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and make effective repairs to restore operations.
Document maintenance activities and findings in the CMMS system.
Collaborate with production teams to coordinate maintenance tasks during shifts.
Participate in shift handovers, providing detailed updates on ongoing and completed work.
Follow all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and arc flash procedures.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.