Journeyman III: Electrical & Instrumentation

International Paper•Prattville, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman III: Electrical & Instrumentation position works alongside journeymen-level electrical and instrumentation maintenance technicians on routine maintenance and performs many duties independently. International Paper’s Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction to prepare employees for promotion. The role includes instrumentation maintenance and calibration, troubleshooting PLC systems and single-loop controls, installing and calibrating analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment, repairing control valves and positioners, maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and reading loop sheets, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics. It also includes electrical troubleshooting, installation and repair of AC and DC drives, maintenance of electrical components, and repairs and preventive maintenance on power distribution switchgear from 480V through 13.8kV. The position requires compliance with NFPA70E requirements for arc-flash and shock hazards and other duties as assigned. The position is based at 100 Jensen Road, Prattville, Alabama. The listed schedule is hourly, full-time day work, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; candidates must also be willing to work any shift or rotating shifts, regular overtime with last-minute notification, and regular holidays and weekends. Work takes place in industrial conditions that may include heat, dust, dirt, hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated surfaces, and confined spaces, with appropriate training and safety protection.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Eligible for employment in the United States.
At least three years of work experience in instrumentation and electrical systems.
Willing to work in industrial conditions that may be warm or hot, dusty or dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, and heavy machinery, on elevated working surfaces, and in confined spaces with proper safety training and protection.
Willing to undergo technical online testing, an interview, and a formal hands-on skills assessment.
Willing to undergo a drug screen for illicit drug use as a condition of employment and periodic drug screens as a condition of employment.
Willing to undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment.
Willing to work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule.
Willing to work overtime regularly, including with last-minute notification.
Willing to work holidays and/or weekends regularly.
Willing to wear required safety equipment.
Critical thinking skills to analyze and use logic to address issues.
Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team.
Dependability and reliability.
Self-motivation to pursue training for advancement and accept feedback for improvement or corrective action.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and P&IDs.
Understanding of and ability to follow NFPA70E regulations involving arc-flash and shock hazards.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Work alongside journeymen-level electrical and instrumentation maintenance technicians on routine maintenance and perform duties independently.
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.
Perform routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems.
Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Read and redline loop sheets and P&IDs, and read and interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematics.
Follow NFPA70E 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 mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed, and reflective switches.
Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480V through 13.8kV power distribution switchgear.
Wear required safety equipment and perform other duties as assigned.