E&I Maintenance Journeyman

Sylvamo Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sylvamo Corporation in Eastover, SC is hiring an Electrical & Instrumentation Journeyman Maintenance Technician. The role requires 5+ years in E&I with DCS, PLC, Electric Drive and Power Distribution, plus strong troubleshooting and teamwork. Willingness to work any shift and overtime is essential.

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this position. We seek dependable individuals with excellent problem‑solving and communication skills to join our maintenance team at the Eastover

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in E&I with DCS, PLC, Electric Drive and Power Distribution.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willingness to work any shift or schedule.

Skills

E&I experience

Shift flexibility

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Electrical-Instrumentation Technology

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 located in Eastover SC, is seeking its next generation of top Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance 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. Sylvamo offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health care, life insurance, disability income, gainsharing, holidays, vacation, 401K and retiree savings.

Electrical & Instrumentation Journeyman Maintenance Technician

Hourly pay rate is $37.93 - $40.28 starting pay with opportunity to progress

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years or more experience working in the E&I field; DCS, PLC, Electric Drive, and Power Distribution Systems
• Outstanding troubleshooting, communications and interpersonal skills
• High School Diploma or GED
• Willingness to work any shift or schedule

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree in Electrical-Instrumentation Technology, Mechatronics, or related field
• Working experience in process industrial maintenance
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills, operating in a team environment

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)

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.