E&I Maintenance Technician

Smurfit Westrock plc; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Longview, WA is seeking an E&I Technician responsible for routine and emergency maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment used in the corrugating manufacturing process. You will install, test and calibrate instrumentation, troubleshoot PLCs and wiring, and collaborate with other departments on system upgrades.

The role requires a Journeyman level background or two years in industrial settings plus two years of related education, with a focus on Electrical or

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and two‑year formal education in Electrical or Instrumentation
• Background as Journeyman Electrician or Instrument Technician with industrial maintenance experience
• Experience troubleshooting electrical schematics, PLCs, HVAC, and mechanical systems
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and perform wiring tasks per specs
• 2 years of electrical experience under a qualified journeyman preferred

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, overhaul, calibrate and test instrumentation (transmitters, actuators, sensors, valves) for reliability and uptime
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and control instruments
• Troubleshoot PLCs, software and hardware; implement software changes
• Read and perform wiring tasks according to schematics for corrugated equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair transformers, motors, VFDs, servo drives and lighting per code
• Work with various tools and equipment, and coordinate with other departments for upgrades
• Support maintenance tasks to improve equipment reliability in corrugating process
• Carry out duties typical of a Journeyman Mechanic in addition to the listed tasks

Skills

Electrical schematics

PLC troubleshooting

Instrumentation

HVAC knowledge

Mechanical systems

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D

Trade school certificate in Electrical or Instrumentation

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Precision hand tools

Shop tools

Job description

Location: Longview, WA

Summary

As an E&I Technician you will have complete involvement in routine or emergency maintenance as well as corrective, preventive, predictive maintenance and basic care for all electrical and mechanical equipment and their related controls.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, overhaul, calibrate and test a wide variety of instrumentation (including but not limited to transmitters, actuators, environmental analyzers, sensors, Encoders, potentiometers, meters, tubing and control valves) for improved reliability and uptime.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and metering control instruments to include but would not be limited to control valves, transmitters, heat trace panels, cylinders, solenoid valves etc.
• Troubleshoots telemetry and process controller hardware, maintains a functional knowledge of the operation of the telemetry system software and hardware.
• Read, interpret and perform wiring tasks according to specifications and schematics for the installation and repair of Corrugated equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC, and software and hardware, making recommendations and performing software changes.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and installs wiring circuits, transformers, motors, variable frequency drives, Servo drives, protective devices, control devices, and lighting system in compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Safely work with a wide variety of precision hand and power tools related to field and shop work such as electronic and electric test equipment, etc.
• Work with other departments in the planning of and installation of new equipment and system upgrades.
• E&I Technicians perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance department to improve the reliability and uptime of equipment used in the Corrugating manufacturing process. This includes all tasks performed by a Journeyman Mechanic in addition to the above as well as any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have at least four years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as a Journeyman level E&I Technician or two years’ experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment as a Journeyman Electrician or Instrument Technician and two years formal education (certified trade school program) in either Electrical or Instrumentation.
• 3 years’ industry experience as a Journeyman Mechanic/Maintenance Technician (facility, large equipment electrical and mechanical)
• Experience troubleshooting and can demonstrate knowledge of: Electrical schematics, Mechanical systems, PLCs, HVAC, Air Compressors, Hydraulic systems and/or paperboard converting systems based on previous experience
• 2 years of electrical experience under a qualified journeyman electrician, preferred.
• Working under the direction of a state licensed journeyman, preferred.
• Working within a company defined program with 2 years of directed experience and passing of a proficiency test, preferred.
• Basic knowledge and experience in computer usage.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts

What we offer

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
• The E&I Tech classification has a current hourly rate of $48.48 for full certification.
• In addition,WestRock offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision plans, retirement, an employee assistance program, fitness reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement programs, and paid holidays, and vacation. You will also be eligible for many discounts available exclusively toWestRock employees.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.

The selection process

The selection process may also include, computer-based aptitude testing, panel interviews, field testing.

The starting rate for this position is $52.97, depending on your role, level and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentives, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number or programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.