Electrician A

International Paper; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Medical & Dental

Education & Development

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

International Paper is seeking an Electrician A for our Lithonia, GA facility. The role requires proficiency in electrical trade skills, PLCs, drives, and safety compliance. You will support monthly PMs and maintenance across production equipment, working a 7/24 night shift schedule.

The position demands a high school equivalent, two years of industrial electrical experience, and teamwork. Strong diagnostic abilities and willingness to cover weekends and different shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical/Industrial Electronics Trade School graduation.
• Minimum of two years industrial electrical repair experience.
• Skilled troubleshooting with voltmeter.
• DC drives and variable frequency AC drives.
• Schematic reading and troubleshooting control circuits.
• Troubleshooting PLC controls with a laptop.
• Program a drive by setting up the initial parameters.
• Servicing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be willing to work weekends, including Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance support to all production equipment at the Lithonia plant.
• Adhere to IP safety requirements (LOTT, Arc Flash, Hot Work, Lockout Forms).
• Lead major projects such as roll changes with strong knowledge and leadership.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial electrical

PLC programming

VFDs & DC drives

Team player

Education

Industrial Electrical Trade School graduation

Tools

Schematic reading

Laptops for PLC control

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Electrician A

Pay Rate

$ 37.73

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time 7/24 Night shift 7p-7a

Physical Location

Lithonia Box
6792 Marbut rd
Lithonia GA 30058
770-482-3145

The Job You Will Perform

• The Electrician is expected to be proficient in all IP safety requirements, including, but not limited to: LOTT, Arc Flash, Hot Work, Radar and Lockout Exception Forms. He/she is expected to have the job specific skills necessary for all monthly PM inspections. The Electrician is expected to provide maintenance support to all production equipment at the Columbus plant. He/she is expected to be competent in fundamental electrical skills necessary for electrical troubleshooting (PLCs, drives (variable frequency and DC), control circuits, etc). The Electrician is expected to be a fully functional maintenance person, demonstrating job specific knowledge and leadership skills during major projects such as roll changes.
• Electrical/Industrial Electronics Trade School graduation
• Minimum of two years industrial electrical repair experience
• Industrial electrical ability/experience to include:
  • Skilled troubleshooting with volt meter
  • DC drives and variable frequency AC drives
  • Schematic reading and troubleshooting control circuits
  • Troubleshooting PLC controls with a laptop
  • Program a drive by setting up the initial parameters
• Mechanical electrical ability/experience must include:
  • Servicing hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • General mechanical maintenance support of production equipment,
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be willing to work weekends, including Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays as needed
• Must be willing to work additional hours as needed
• Must be willing to work any shift and flexible to provide coverage on a different shift as necessary

The Skills You Will Bring

• A high school diploma (or GED) is required. One to two years experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is required. Experience in the corrugated or converting industry is preferred, but not required.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

Career You Will Build

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable 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. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

Equal Opportunity

International Paper 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.

ABOUT US

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

Equal Opportunity

International Paper 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. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].