J3 E&I Maintenance Technician

International Paper; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title: J3 E&I Maintenance Technician

Pay Rate: $46.37/hour

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time (12-hour rotating shift)

Rotating 12 hour shifts (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) on a 28 day rotation swinging from nights to days weekly – 36 hours one week, 48 the next week (8 hours built in OT every check). A total of 7 DAY shifts, 7 NIGHT shifts, and 14 OFF shifts every 28 days.

Physical Location: Columbus Modified Fiber, 371 Manufacturers Drive, Columbus, MS 39701

The Job You Will Perform: This position supports International Paper’s Columbus Modified Fiber Plant (CMF), located in Columbus, Mississippi. CMF is a vital part of International Paper’s Global Cellulose Fibers Business. We are a converting operation that produces specialty fibers used in the production of diapers, filtration products, and other absorbent personal care products.

This is a J3 level E&I Technician position responsible for completing scheduled and routine maintenance work along with performing many other duties, both as part of a team and independently. Duties include, but are not restricted to, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining 575V thru 2300V motor controls, 13.8kV electrical systems, relay logic, PLC systems, DCS and a variety of field instruments, analytical equipment, and final control elements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufactures.
• Troubleshoot, configure, maintain DCS systems such as Delta V and Honeywell.
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain 575V through 2300V motors including induction, synchronous, wound rotor, permanent magnet and DC.
• Installation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufactures of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain motor controls including electronic motor protection relays, sizing overloads, and starter maintenance of various manufactures.
• Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners.
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photo electric, speed and reflective switches.
• Install, program, troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems including associated communication such as DH+, mod_bus, Ethernet.
• Read, interpret and redline wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, P&ID’s and loop sheets.
• Understand and follow 70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards.
• Communicate with operators while troubleshooting electrical and instrument controls.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on routine and extended annual outages.
• Maintain shops, load centers, DCS work areas to a 5S standard.
• Personally exhibit safety as a core value and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety.
• Represent both company policy and direction.
• Develop knowledge of department and mill operations processes, equipment and systems.
• Assist mechanical craft as needed.
• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Utilize the International Paper Change Process to drive change.
• Work effectively alone or within a team.
• Utilize strong organization skills to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams.
• Make timely and effective decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Required:

• Must be at least age 18.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required.
• Eligible for employment in the US.
• Five (5) or more years industrial E&I maintenance experience.
• Previous multi-skilled E&I maintenance experience.
• Must possess high standards in the areas of safety, quality, ethics, craftsmanship, customer focus, and leadership skills.
• Skilled in maintenance and troubleshooting of E&I related equipment and process problems.
• Knowledge of key operating areas, PLCs AC & DC drives, analog and digital field instrumentation, and DCS equipment.
• Must satisfactorily pass pre-employment assessment testing and post offer drug/alcohol screen, background check and physical.
• Able to work in a tobacco-free environment.
• Able to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Able to work overtime.
• Able to work holidays and weekends.

Preferred:

• Two year Associate Degree in any of the IP Core Maintenance skills or related disciplines (Instrumentation or Electrical).
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
• Prior experience as a multi-skilled Electrical/Instrumentation Technician.

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) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision, and pets.

There are no Relocation Benefits associated with this position.

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training and 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) 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, Tennessee, 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 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.