Electrician, Maintenance

Kemira•Augusta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Kemira is hiring an experienced electrical and instrumentation technician for its Augusta, Georgia manufacturing facility in the Pulp & Paper segment. The technician installs, repairs, and maintains electrical and instrumentation equipment, valves, lights, motors, and PLC hardware according to manufacturer or site specifications, using hand and power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments. The role requires reading and understanding work instructions, equipment and instrument manuals, diagrams, and standard operating procedures. The position performs inspection, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, installation, and replacement work to support personnel safety, regulatory compliance, product quality, and efficient plant operations. The technician also supports maintenance planning, completes work orders and paperwork, follows safety and environmental procedures and plant policies, maintains clean work areas, and participates in safety and planning meetings. Work is performed with minimal supervision and in collaboration with others. Kemira describes the role as offering opportunities to develop skills, employment with a stable company, an attractive benefits package, and a multicultural, positive work environment. The stated hourly rate is $38.00, with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate degree or certifications in electrical and instrumentation training from a trade school or other recognized training facility.
Good verbal and written English communication skills.
Basic computer and math skills.
Ability to lift 40 pounds, ascend four or more flights of stairs, climb ladders, and work in industrial manufacturing conditions, including hot, cold, or rainy weather, cramped or confined spaces, and loud or dusty environments.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two years of experience in chemical manufacturing is preferred.
Experience with SAP or another Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, monitor, repair, and replace instruments, valves, disconnects, starters, and equipment-specific controls to protect personnel, ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance, maintain product quality, and keep processes running efficiently.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and correct equipment malfunctions and abnormal situations.
Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble automatic valves and actuators, electric motors, instrumentation, and pneumatic systems.
Calibrate control instrumentation, including level, flow, pressure, and temperature transmitters, pH meters, and process analyzers, and remove equipment from and return it to service as needed.
Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit, fittings, and tubing to install or repair equipment.
Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wire, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, and lighting fixtures.
Assist the Maintenance Planner with planning and developing job-specific tasks and bills of materials.
Perform duties with minimal supervision and complete work orders and required paperwork.
Comply with safety and environmental procedures and regulations and follow plant policies.
Maintain clean work areas and perform housekeeping duties.
Participate in safety and planning meetings as directed.
Work with others in a team environment.