Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technician (Industrial) in Conklin

Energy Jobline ZR; Conklin; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technician in Conklin, Alberta. Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLC systems, calibrating instruments, and maintaining power distribution systems. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in instrumentation and electrical systems and work well in industrial environments. Join a company that promotes safety and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) and/or Pension

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• At least three (3) years of experience with instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Experience in a heavy industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, configure, and maintain PLC systems and single-loop controls.
• Install and calibrate analog and SMART instruments.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on power distribution switchgear.
• Collaborate with technicians on instrumentation and electrical tasks.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team player

Dependability

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or certifications in Industrial Maintenance

Job description

Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technician (Industrial)

Step into a day where complex automation, high-energy power systems, and precision instrumentation all rely on your expertise. At our Binghamton Container facility in Conklin, NY, you’ll learn on 1st shift and then transition to 3rd shift, becoming a go-to expert who keeps production running safely and reliably.

Location

Binghamton Container
1240 Conklin Road
Conklin, NY 13748
607-775-1550

Schedule & Classification

Category: Hourly Full‑Time
Shift: 1st shift for training, then 3rd shift

A Day in the Role

You’ll split your time between instrumentation and electrical work—reading and redlining loop sheets and P&IDs, tuning control loops, diagnosing PLC issues, and maintaining power distribution equipment from 480V through 13.8kV. One moment you’re calibrating field instruments for boilers and environmental systems, the next you’re troubleshooting AC/DC drives or a photoelectric sensor on the line. You’ll collaborate with journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation technicians, and sharpen your skills through our paid Global Manufacturing Training program that blends hands‑on work with classroom learning.

What You’ll Do

Instrumentation

• Troubleshoot, configure, and maintain PLC systems and single-loop controls across field systems.
• Install and calibrate a range of analog and SMART instruments and analytical devices from various manufacturers.
• Perform shop and field repairs on final control elements: pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid-operated valves; calibrate pneumatic and SMART valve positioners.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematics; read and redline loop sheets and P&IDs.
• Execute routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Apply NFPA70E practices addressing Arc Flash and Shock hazards.
• Calibration and maintaining control instrumentation.

Electrical

• Troubleshoot, install, and repair AC and DC drive systems, including stand‑alone process drives from multiple manufacturers.
• Troubleshoot, install, and maintain electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed, and reflective switches.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480V thru 13.8kV power distribution switchgear.
• Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of .
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least three (3) years of experience with instrumentation and electrical systems.

Work Environment & Readiness

• Comfort working in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated surfaces, and confined spaces with proper training and PPE).
• Complete technical online testing, an interview, and a formal hands‑on assessment of skills.
• Work any shift and/or rotating schedule; frequent overtime including short notice; regular weekends and holidays.
• Wear required safety equipment.

Background

• Associate’s degree and/or certifications in Industrial Maintenance or related instrumentation/electrical disciplines.
• Five (5) or more years working with instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Experience in a heavy industrial environment.

Skills That Set You Apart

• Critical thinking—using logic and analysis to resolve issues.
• Team player—collaborates effectively across multifunctional teams.
• Dependability—reliable, responsible, and consistent.
• Self‑motivation—pursues training, welcomes feedback, and acts on it.

Benefits

International Paper offers 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 for home, auto, vision, and pets.

Grow Your Career

• Advance through our training and certification programs.
• Become a trainer for new employees.
• Serve as a safety advocate and leader.
• Pursue Leadership Development for potential supervisory paths.

Our Impact & Culture

We build a better future for people, the planet, and our company. For more than 125 years, we’ve advanced sustainable practices worldwide—our team members are proud to be IP. We promote safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces where diverse backgrounds and perspectives thrive. Bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

About International Paper

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber‑based products. We produce corrugated packaging that protects and promotes goods and enables 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 with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa, and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Learn more at InternationalPaper.com.

Compliance Statements

• Eligible for employment in the US
• Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
• Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employmentUndergo a job‑related health assessment as a condition of employment
• International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.