Journey Level Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (P&C)
About The Position
NORPAC is looking to hire a qualified Electrician & Instrumentation Technician (Powers & Control) professional to join the maintenance team. This is a safety-sensitive position. NORPAC is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world-class performance while leading a principle-based, process-disciplined organization. From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview, WA., the NORPAC mill produces high-quality, packaging, copy paper, and printing paper for customers across the United States and around the world. Now part of International Paper, the NORPAC mill benefits from expanded resources and a strengthened commitment to safety, customer focus, a great workplace, and profitable growth.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to work safely and comply with safety procedures
- Excellent team and communication skills
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Strong interest in learning other crafts
- Willingness to learn and grow within a tier-based system
- Basic computer skills
- Completion of an electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship or have graduated from a two-year program in Industrial Electricity/Electronics or Instrumentation (e.g. Perry Institute) and/or equivalent coursework and experience
- Experience with PLCs, motor controls, or instrumentation systems through coursework or training
- Knowledge of electro pneumatics and hydraulics as well as understanding troubleshooting skills
- Familiarity with hand tools, multimeters, and basic test equipment
- Four years electrical and/or instrumentation apprenticeship or have graduated from a two-year program in Industrial Electricity/Electronics or Instrumentation (e.g. Perry Institute) plus two or more years of combined experience as a Journey Level Electrician or Instrumentation Technician
- Strong troubleshooting skills with knowledge of electro-pneumatics and hydraulics as well as effective troubleshooting skills
- Electrical skills: working knowledge of AC/DC drives and motor maintenance, PLCs, NEC and applicable codes, switchgear/medium voltage equipment, and ability to read motor schematics and logic drawings
- Instrumentation skills: experience with control valves, field instrumentation, P&IDs, loop sheets, and DCS controls
Nice To Haves
- Multi/cross-craft experience is a plus, (Electrical/Instrumentation)
- Knowledge of SAP functions
- Previous leadership experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience working in paper or pulp mill maintenance
Responsibilities
- Followed safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety standards
- Maintain organized work areas and tools
- Work in a hot, humid and noisy environment
- Learn the skills needed to strengthen role as a dual-craft Electrician & Instrumentation technician
- Qualify in one mechanical trade
- Continuous learning and active participation in the Electrician and Instrumentation program
Benefits
- Medical/vision and dental benefits
- Company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution
- Basic life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Floaters upon hire
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
