E&I Maintenance Associate

Sylvamo Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Sylvamo is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Associate at the Eastover, SC mill to support journeyman EI staff and perform a range of maintenance duties. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and the ability to work in a team.

Candidates with 1 year in electrical, instrumentation, or HVAC maintenance or related technical education are preferred. Competitive pay ($33.24–$35.52/hr) with opportunity to progress, comprehensive health and retirement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• One year experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, or HVAC maintenance.
• One year vocational/technical education in Instrumentation-Electrical disciplines.
• Ability to function in a team environment.
• Willing to undergo drug screening and provide transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Electrical circuit troubleshooting & repair.
• Conduit & wire installation.
• Lighting repair and drive troubleshooting & repair.
• Instrumentation & control valve calibration and troubleshooting.
• HVAC work and general maintenance support.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year vocational/technical education in Instrumentation Electrical Disciplines: ELECTRICAL, INSTRUMENTATION, OR HVAC

Associate degree in IP Core Maintenance or related disciplines (Instrumentation or Electrical)

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 4:00 AM

At Sylvamo, we’re a team on a mission. Joining us, you’ll be helping to sustain forests and renew ecosystems, while delivering on the promise of paper to educate, communicate and entertain the world.

Come grow with us!

Sylvamo, a major pulp and paper producer, is seeking its next generation of top Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians for the Eastover, SC Mill. We are looking for dependable women and men with excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills to fill our challenging positions.

Electrical/Instrumentation Maintenance Associate

Pay Rate: $33.24 -$35.52 start with opportunity to progress

We are looking for dependable people with excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills who have a desire to grow as a multi-craft maintenance professional.

This new position will assist journeyman-level EIs in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently.

Duties for EIs 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED

Basic computer skills

Able to function in a team environment.

AND one of the following

One (1) year experience in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas: ELECTRICAL, INSTRUMENTATION, OR HVAC.

OR

One (1) year vocational/technical education in the Instrumentation Electrical Disciplines: ELECTRICAL, INSTRUMENTATION, OR HVAC.

PLUS:

Must be willing to meet the following requirements:

Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment

Submit an official transcript from the program you have successfully completed 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

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)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in any of the IP Core Maintenance skills or related disciplines. (Instrumentation or Electrical)

Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

Instrumentation background on the Instrumentation Electrical side.

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, 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.