Industrial Electrician: PLCs, Drives & Power Systems

International Paper (Conklin, NY); Conklin Center (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) and/or Pension

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper’s Binghamton Container plant is seeking an experienced Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to troubleshoot PLC platforms, calibrate instruments, and maintain control systems. Training on 1st shift precedes a transition to 3rd shift to keep systems reliable and operations safe.

You will work in a heavy-industrial environment, adhering to NFPA70E safety standards, maintaining switchgear, drives, sensors, and safety protocols while collaborating with maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Ready to work in industrial environments (heat, dust, chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, heights, confined spaces) with PPE.
• Willing to complete technical online testing, interview, and a hands-on skills assessment.
• Available for rotating shifts, frequent overtime (including short-notice), weekends, and holidays.
• Associate degree or certifications in Industrial Maintenance or related E&I disciplines (helpful).

Responsibilities

• Configure and troubleshoot PLC platforms; support single-loop control strategies.
• Install, calibrate, and service analog and SMART instruments and analyzers.
• Repair final control elements (pneumatic/electric valves, solenoids); calibrate pneumatic and SMART positioners.
• Execute routine/regulatory calibrations for boilers and environmental systems.
• Maintain pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
• Interpret/redline loop sheets, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot/install/repair AC and DC drives; support stand-alone process drives.
• Install and maintain sensors/switches: limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed, reflective.
• Repair and perform PM on 480V to 13.8kV distribution switchgear.
• Work to NFPA70E requirements (arc flash and shock hazards).
• And More: Other duties as assigned to support safe, efficient operations.

Skills

Instrumentation

Electrical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree or certs in Industrial Maintenance or E&I

Job description

International Paper’s Binghamton Container plant is seeking an experienced Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to troubleshoot PLC platforms, calibrate instruments, and maintain control systems. Training on 1st shift precedes a transition to 3rd shift to keep systems reliable and operations safe.

You will work in a heavy-industrial environment, adhering to NFPA70E safety standards, maintaining switchgear, drives, sensors, and safety protocols while collaborating with maintenance teams.