Maintenance Associate EI

International Paper

Selma (AL)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 44,000

Full time

16 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Life Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Education & Development
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Voluntary Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

International Paper in Selma, Alabama is seeking an Electrical Instrumentation (EI) Maintenance Associate to assist journeymen electricians and instrumentation technicians in routine maintenance while participating in a world-class training program that combines hands-on experience with classroom instruction.

Applicants must be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, and be eligible to work in the US; one year of maintenance experience or related education is preferred, with willingness to work

Qualifications

  • Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience.
  • 18 years of age or older and eligible for employment in the US.
  • One year experience in Instrumentation, Electrical, or HVAC maintenance, or one year vocational/technical education in these disciplines.
  • Willing to work in industrial conditions and undergo drug screening, health assessment, periodic drug screens, and safety training.

Responsibilities

  • Assist journeymen electricians and instrumentation technicians in routine maintenance; participate in training to advance.

Skills

Critical Thinking
Team Player
Dependability
Self-Motivation

Education

Associate degree or IP Core Maintenance certification

Tools

PLC programming
DCS programming
Electrical power distribution
Motor control circuits

Job description

Job Description
Position Title:

Electrical Instrumentation (EI) Maintenance Associate

Pay Rate

$31.49/hr.

Physical Location

Riverdale Mill
601 County Road 78
Selma, AL 36703

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time

Job Requirements
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
  • Eligible for employment in the US
  • Must have one of the following:
  • One (1) year experience in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas: INSTRUMENTATION, ELECTRICAL, or HVAC;
OR
  • One (1) year vocational/technical education in the Maintenance Disciplines: INSTRUMENTATION, ELECTRICAL, or HVAC
  • Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
  • Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
  • Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
  • Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment
  • Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
  • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
  • Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
  • Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
  • Wear required safety equipment
It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):
  • Associates degree or certification(s) in any IP Core Maintenance Skills or related disciplines (Electrical, Instrumentation, or HVAC)
  • Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
  • Technical knowledge and experience with:
  • Industrial safety procedures and equipment
  • Troubleshooting and repair of:
  • Instrument and control loop calibration
  • Electrical control circuits
  • Control valves
  • PLC programming
  • DCS programming
  • Electrical power distribution and grounding
  • Motor control circuits
  • AC/DC motors
  • Protective relaying and switchgear
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, tables, graphs, and diagrams
  • Instrument Theory
  • Control Theory
  • Production-related computers and software
  • Basic electronics
  • Lighting repairs
  • Installing conduit and wire
The Job You Will Perform

This position will assist journeymen-level electricians and instrumentation technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program allows you to earn while you learn through hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion.

The Skills You Will Bring
  • Critical Thinking - Analyze and use logic to address issues
  • Team Player - Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
  • Dependability - Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
  • Self-Motivation - Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action
About Us
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
  • 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
  • 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 across 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.

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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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