Journeyman III: Electrical & Instrumentation

International Paper•Prattville, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman III: Electrical & Instrumentation position works alongside journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians on routine maintenance and performs many duties independently. International Paper’s Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experience and classroom instruction to prepare employees for promotion. The role covers maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, repair, and calibration of instrumentation and electrical systems in an industrial manufacturing environment. Duties include PLCs, control systems, field instruments, valves, drives, electrical components, and power distribution switchgear. The position also involves following NFPA 70E requirements for arc-flash and shock hazards and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
At least a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Eligible for employment in the United States.
At least three years of work experience with instrumentation and electrical systems.
Willingness to undergo technical online testing, an interview, and a formal hands-on skills assessment.
Willingness to undergo a drug screen and job-related health assessment as conditions of employment, and periodic drug screens.
Willingness to work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule, regular overtime with last-minute notification, and holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis.
Willingness to work in industrial conditions that may be warm or hot, dusty or dirty, and involve hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated work surfaces, and confined spaces, with proper safety training and protection.
Willingness to wear required safety equipment.
Critical thinking and ability to analyze issues and use logic to address them.
Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team.
Dependability and reliability.
Self-motivation, including effort toward training for advancement and willingness to accept feedback and make improvements or corrective action.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree and/or certifications in industrial maintenance or related instrumentation/electrical disciplines.
At least five years of work experience with instrumentation and electrical systems.
Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, configure, and maintain PLC systems and single-loop controls for field systems.
Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment from various manufacturers.
Repair final control elements in the shop and field, including pneumatic, electric, and solenoid-operated valves, and calibrate pneumatic and SMART valve positioners.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; read and redline loop sheets and P&IDs.
Perform routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems.
Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Follow NFPA 70E regulations concerning arc-flash and shock hazards.
Troubleshoot, install, and repair AC and DC drive systems and stand-alone process drives from various manufacturers.
Troubleshoot, install, and maintain electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed, and reflective switches.
Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480V through 13.8kV power distribution switchgear.
Work alongside journeymen-level maintenance technicians and perform routine maintenance, including duties independently.
Perform other duties as assigned.