Electrician

Position Responsibilities

• Electronics
• High-voltage and power distribution
• AC motors and drives, DC motors and drives
• Control systems: DCS, PLC’s, PC’s and analytical equipment
• Ability to work in team environment
• Installing wire and conduit for newly and existing equipment such as conveyors, programmable controllers, converting and corrugating machinery
• Replacing faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices such as proximity switch timer, scanners and photoelectric devices
• Assist industrial mechanic as needed

• Minimum high school graduate or GED equivalent
• Electrical Journeyman must have 4 years of electrical apprenticeship or helper experience, or an Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance
• Electrical Journeyman must have one of the following:
  Industrial Technology degree, Certificate from accredited college or trade school
• 2 years Industrial maintenance experience
• Willing and capable of working all shifts

In addition, qualified candidates 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 as needed;
Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis;
Wear required safety equipment;
Operate or work in industrial conditions (i.e. warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces with proper safety training and safety protection).

The hourly rate for a Journeyman Electrician is $38.37 - $41.94.

International Paper’s Newport Mill offers all employees a competitive benefits package, including health care insurance, life insurance, holiday pay and paid vacation. International Paper employees are eligible for retirement benefits including a 401k plan with a company match.

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.

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), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and 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 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a…