J1 Electrician

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.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 $37.25.Successful candidates will work in high performance work 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 StudiesIN 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 protectionBenefitsInternational 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.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.Vicksburg MS 39156