Dewey Plant - Electrical & Instrumentation I

Milliken and Company • Inman, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Entry-Level E&I Technician supports the maintenance and repair of plant electrical and instrumentation systems in a specialty chemical manufacturing environment. Ideal for candidates early in their careers, this role provides the opportunity to build on foundational skills with hands-on experience in process instrumentation, electrical systems, and controls.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (boiler systems experience may qualify).
• OR completion of a technical certificate or associate degree in electrical engineering, electrical systems, mechatronics, instrumentation, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical systems.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and respond to call-ins when needed.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry.
• NFPA 70E certification.
• Journeyman Electrician License (or actively pursuing).
• Familiarity with Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), PLCs, HMIs, and automated controls.
• Experience reading and interpreting schematics, loop drawings, or electrical diagrams.
• Boiler operations or troubleshooting experience.
• Exposure to CMMS platforms and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Work with experienced technicians and engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain up-to-date maintenance records using the plant’s CMMS (MAINTelligence).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with plant safety rules.
• Support Environmental and Safety initiatives, including maintenance of environmental systems such as scrubbers and sensors.
• Contribute to a team-oriented maintenance environment and demonstrate initiative in learning and improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree