Electricial and Instrumentation Technician

International Paper • Cedar Rapids, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will work alongside 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.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Eligible for employment in the US
• At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
• Must be willing to 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))
• Must be willing to undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills
• Must be willing to undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
• Must be willing to undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment
• Must be willing to submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
• Must be willing to work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
• Must be willing to work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
• Must be willing to work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
• Must be willing to wear required safety equipment

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree and/or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical.
• At least five (5) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, configure, maintain PLC systems
• Troubleshoot, configure, maintain 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
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
• 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
• Calibration and maintaining control instrumentation
• 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
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 401(k)
• Company-funded retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED