Mechanical of Electrical Reliability Technician

sylvamo • Sumter, SC

1d • $28 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance Reliability Technician Sylvamo, a major pulp and paper producer, is seeking its next generation of top operators for the Sumter Sheet Converting Facility. We are seeking dependable individuals with excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills to fill our challenging position as an Operating Technician. The plant and the organization were designed in concert for the team concept. The designs have created an environment that fosters trust, commitment, flexibility, creativity, and positive response to change. The result is a high-performance operation. The Sumter Sheet Converting Facility is a 220,000 square foot plant that houses two 86” width and 69” width ECH Will precision sheeters and 6 Packaging Lines producing over 285,000 tons. A salaried workforce of 118 people staffs the plant. Pay Rate: $27.80 - $37.13. Starting pay with opportunities to progress, or commensurate with relevant experience The desired candidate is expected to learn and operate all sheeting equipment (in a backfill opportunity) and become the equipment expert trainer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Able to function in a team environment
• 5 years minimum experience in an industrial setting performing as a Mechanic, electrical and instrumentation, or Millwright in a multi-skilled heavy industrial maintenance environment
• 1 Year Vocational/Technical education in the field of Industrial Maintenance/Welding/Millwright or 1 Year Vocational/Technical education in the Instrumentation Electrical Disciplines: Electrical, Instrumentation, or HVAC.
• Must be able to pass hands-on demonstrated skill test and written tests.
• Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
• Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
• Willing and capable of working all shifts
• Work overtime regularly, and with last-minute notification
• Work holidays and/or weekends regularly
• Wear the required safety equipment
• Operate or work in industrial conditions (i.e., warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, or elevated working surfaces with proper safety training and safety protection.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a related discipline (Millwright, Machinist, Welding, Electrician, OR Pipefitting)
• Relevant work experience in a heavy industrial environment
• Strong math/physics understanding
• Millwright/Machinist backgrounds on the Mechanical side or E & I background on the Electrical side.

Responsibilities

• Duties for mechanical reliability include, but are not restricted to, replacing valves & gaskets, basic welding, repacking pumps & valves, forklift operations, screwed pipe & tubing installations, cylinder repair, pump repair & replacement, repair of rotating assemblies, roll repair and replacements, motor replacements, repair of mechanical drive systems, gear reducers, seals, fans, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication and rigging.
• Duties for electrical reliability include, but are not restricted to, electrical circuit troubleshooting & repair, conduit & wire installation, lighting repair, PLC troubleshooting & repair, drive troubleshooting & repair, Instrumentation & control valve calibration, troubleshooting & repair, and HVAC work.

Benefits

• Sylvamo partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey.
• We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, a retirement savings account, and a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more.
• Sylvamo is here for all stages of life.
• We also offer paid time off and paid holidays per year.
• The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting.
• The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
• Sylvamo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees