International Paper · Vicksburg, MS

Maintenance Journeyman 1/Electrical

Vicksburg, MS, United States$40.70/hrSkilled Trades & Maintenance

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Job description

Position Title

Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 Electrical/Instrumentation (J1)

Pay Rate

$40.70/hr.

Physical Location

Vicksburg Mill 3737 Hwy 3 Redwood, MS 39156 Category/Shift : Hourly Full-Time Days (7am-3:30pm

  • Monday-Friday)

Job Requirements

At least

  • 18 years of age
  • Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience Eligible for employment in the US AND one of the following: At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION systems; OR At least three (3) years of work experience in ELECTRICAL systems
  • Must be willing to meet the following requirements: Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection) Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment
  • Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
  • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
  • Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
  • Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis Wear required safety equipment It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s): Associates degree or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical.

Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

The Job You Will Perform

This position will assist journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion Duties include, but are not limited to: Non-applicable skills/experience can be removed but adding skills/experience is not permitted .

Instrumentation

Troubleshoot, configure, maintain: PLC systems Single loop controls for various field systems

  • Instillation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufactures of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment
  • Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners
  • Routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems
  • Troubleshoot, maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Read and redline loop sheets, P&IDs
  • Read and interpret wiring diagrams & electrical schematics
  • Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards

Other duties as assigned Electrician

  • Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers
  • Troubleshoot, install, maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photo electric, speed and reflective switches
  • Reading and interpreting electrical schematics Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear
  • Other duties as assigned The Skills You Will Bring: Critical Thinking
  • Analyze and use logic to address issues Team Player
  • Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team Dependability
  • Being reliable, responsible, and dependable Self-Motivation
  • Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

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