Electrical Journeyman Level 1

Location: Redwood, MS, United States

International Paper Vicksburg Mill is currently seeking talented, dedicated people with excellent problem solving, communication and teamwork skills to fill positions in Maintenance Journeyman I – Electrical or Instrumentation. 

Starting hourly pay for this position is $40.70.

Successful candidates will work in high performance teams and play an active part in improving and sustaining electrical and/or instrumentation reliability at the Vicksburg Mill. Keys to success in this position are a strong emphasis on safety and hazard recognition; effective troubleshooting skills; ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities; and maintain environmental and quality standards.

Duties include, but are not restricted to, electrical circuit troubleshooting & repair, conduit & wire installation, lighting repair, PLC troubleshooting & repair, drive troubleshooting & repair, Instrumentation & control valve calibration, troubleshooting replacement & repair.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be currently 18 years of age or older
• Eligible for employment in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Able to function in a team environment.

AND one of the following

• Three (3) years of experience in the following Maintenance Skill Areas: ELECTRICAL or INSTRUMENTATION.

OR

• A degree or certification in ELECTRICAL and/or INSTRUMENTATION Studies
   

 IN ADDITION must be willing to meet the following requirements:

• Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs 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
• Operate or work in industrial conditions such as warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, in noisy areas, around heavy machinery, at elevated working surfaces or tight/close spaces with proper safety training and safety protection

BENEFITS
International Paper offers a competitive benefit package including, but not limited to health care coverage, dental insurance, life insurance, holiday pay, paid vacation, a defined pension benefit and a 401K plan in which the company will match a percent of the contribution.
Candidates selected for further processing will be required to complete a series of written and hands-on tests on job-related skills and complete panel interviews.
Candidates offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment health assessment and background check.

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