ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE (AD) (VALDOSTA MILL)

Packaging Corporation of America; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 27,412 - 39,042; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation: 2 weeks per year

401k with company matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America seeks an Electrical Maintenance Apprentice at Valdosta Mill. The role involves working as part of a team to support maintenance outages, handling electrical and mechanical tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant work experience. The starting salary is $24.12 per hour, with additional benefits including paid vacation and a 401k plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18.
• Work any assigned shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• At least two years of full or part-time work in the last four years.

Responsibilities

• Work with mechanical, electrical, and process personnel for maintenance outages.
• Complete necessary training in the Electrical Maintenance Apprentice Program.
• Utilize predictive and preventive programs to identify equipment issues.

Skills

Basic mechanical principles

Basic arithmetic skills

Electrical knowledge placement

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Diploma from technical college in industrial electrical or instrument maintenance

Job description

ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE (AD) (VALDOSTA MILL)

Job Description

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18
• High School diploma or GED
• Work any assigned shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime
• At least two years of full or part‑time work in the last four years
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English
• Satisfactory completion of background check and drug screen

Applicants will be required to have one of the following:

• A diploma from a technical college in industrial electrical or instrument maintenance.
• Three years of service in the field of electrical or instrument maintenance (General electrical, instruments, DCS systems, PLC systems, AC/DC drive systems, LV/MV starters, power distribution systems)
• Three years of military service in the field of electrical or instrument maintenance (General electrical, instruments, DCS systems, PLC systems, AC/DC drive systems, LV/MV starters, power distribution systems)
• Completed a comparable certified E&I Maintenance Apprentice Program.

Testing and Interview

Applicants will take a series of five written tests and a structured board interview.

The written tests (timed) involve:

• Basic mechanical principles
• Basic arithmetic skills
• Ability to visualize three‑dimensional figures
• Ability to compare numbers or patterns quickly and accurately
• Basic verbal ability

The interview involves a review of each candidate’s:

• Work history
• Achievements and accomplishments
• Knowledge and skill acquisition
• Interpersonal skills and helpfulness
• Task‑related likes and dislikes
• Physical demands experienced on previous jobs

Additional testing following interview includes:

• Electrical aptitude
• Basic math skills
• Electrical knowledge placement
• Instrument knowledge placement

Accountabilities

• Work with mechanical, electrical, and process personnel to support maintenance outages and capital projects.
• Complete necessary programs and training as indicated in the Electrical Maintenance Apprentice Program.
• Support Mills goals for safety, environmental, and other areas of need.
• Utilize predictive and preventive programs to identify and correct equipment issues.
• Complete assigned work for daily, monthly, and annual outages.
• Effectively complete assigned jobs at lowest cost.
• Look for opportunities to solve issues, reduce cost, and improve performance.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Pulp & Paper industry experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities include:

• Ability to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi‑task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Capability for independent sound decision making through creative problem‑solving, ambiguity, and change.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.
• Apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting salary: $24.12 per hour.
• 1.5× pay over 8 hours in a day.
• Paid vacation: 2 weeks per calendar year. Pro‑ra­ta vacation during the initial year.
• Paid holidays.
• 401k with company matching.
• Retirement savings plan.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Vacation time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional benefits as outlined in the Compensation and Benefits information.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.