Maintenance Journeyman 1/Electrical

International Paper•Vicksburg, MS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 Electrical/Instrumentation (J1) position is an hourly, full-time role at the Vicksburg Mill in Redwood, Mississippi. The scheduled hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position assists journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians with routine maintenance and performs many duties independently. A paid Global Manufacturing Training program provides hands-on experience and classroom instruction to prepare employees for promotion.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Be eligible for employment in the United States.
Have at least three years of work experience in instrumentation systems or at least three years of work experience in electrical systems.
Be willing to work in industrial conditions that may include heat, dust, dirt, hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated surfaces, and confined spaces, with appropriate safety training and protection.
Be willing to undergo online technical testing, an interview, and a formal hands-on skills assessment.
Be willing to undergo a drug screen and job-related health assessment as conditions of employment, and periodic drug screens during employment.
Be willing to work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule.
Be willing to work overtime regularly, including with last-minute notification.
Be willing to work holidays and/or weekends regularly.
Be willing to wear required safety equipment.
Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, dependability, and self-motivation, including willingness to pursue training, accept feedback, and make improvements or take corrective action.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certifications in industrial maintenance or another related instrumentation/electrical discipline.
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 valves, electric valves, and solenoid-operated valves; calibrate pneumatic and SMART valve positioners.
Perform routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boiler and environmental systems.
Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Read and redline loop sheets and P&IDs.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and other relevant electrical documentation.
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 mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed, and reflective switches.
Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480V through 13.8kV power-distribution switchgear.
Perform other duties as assigned.