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International Paper Company (Columbus) J3 E&I Maintenance Technician in Columbus, Mississippi

Pay Rate:

$46.37/hour

 

Category/Shift:

Rotating 12 hour shifts (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) on a 28 day rotation swinging from nights to days weekly -- 36 hours one week, 48 the next week (8 hours built in OT every check).  A total of 7 DAY shifts, 7 NIGHT shifts, and 14 OFF shifts every 28 days.

 

The Job You Will Perform:

This is a J3 level E&I Technician position responsible for completing scheduled and routine maintenance work along with performing many other duties, both as part of a team and independently.  Duties include, but are not restricted to, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining 575V thru 2300V motor controls, 13.8kV electrical systems, relay logic, PLC systems, DCS and a variety of field instruments, analytical equipment, and final control elements.  

Position Responsibilities:

  • Install, troubleshoot, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-a-lone process drives of various manufactures
  • Troubleshoot, configure, maintain DCS systems such as Delta V and Honeywell.
  • Install, troubleshoot, maintain 575V through 2300V motors including induction, synchronous, wound rotor, permanent magnet and DC
  • Installation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufactures of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment
  • Install, troubleshoot, maintain motor controls including electronic motor protection relays, sizing overloads, and starter maintenance of various manufactures.
  • Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners.
  • Install, troubleshoot, maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photo electric, speed and reflective switches.
  • Install, program, troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems including associated communication such as DH+, mod_bus, Ethernet.
  • Read, interpret and redline wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, P&ID's and loop sheets
  • Understand and follow 70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards.
  • Communicate with operators while troubleshooting electrical and instrument controls
  • Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on routine and extended annual outages
  • Maintain shops, load centers, DCS work areas to a 5S standard
  • Other duties as assigned.  

The Skills You Will Bring:

  • Personally exhibit safety as a core value and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety
  • Represent both company policy and direction
  • Develop knowledge of department and mill operations processes, equipment and systems
  • Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Utilize the International Paper Change Process to drive change
  • Work effectively alone or within a team
  • Utilize strong organization skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
  • Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams
  • Make timely and effective decisions  

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be at least age 18
  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required
  • Eligible for employment in the US
  • Five (5) or more years industrial E&I maintenance experience
  • Previous multi-skilled E&I maintenance experience
  • Must possess high standards in the areas of safety, quality, ethics, craftsmanship, customer focus, and leadership skills.
  • Skilled in maintenance and troubleshooting of E&I related equipment and process problems
  • Knowledge of key operating areas, PLCs AC & DC drives, analog and digital field instrumentation, and DCS equipment.  

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two year Associate Degree in any of the IP Core Maintenance skills or related disciplines (Instrumentation or Electrical).
  • Relevant work experience in an industrial environment
  • Strong math/physics understanding
  • Prior experience as a multi-skilled Electrical/Instrumentation Technician

     

    he Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-Term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

 

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training, promotional opportunities.  

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.  

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.  

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

 

There are no Relocation Benefits associated with this position. International Paper 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.

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