Position Title: 

Maintenance Journeyman Level 3 Electrical/Instrumentation (J3)

 

Pay Rate:

$44.03/hr.

 

Physical Location:

New Bern Mill

1785 Weyerhaeuser Road

Vanceboro, NC 28586

252-633-7244

 

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

AND the following:

At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems

 

 

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 technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills 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 and/or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical. At least five (5) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

 

 

The Job You Will Perform:

This position will work alongside journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Instrumentation:     

Troubleshoot, configure, maintain: PLC systems Single loop controls for various field systems

•    Instillation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufactures of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment

•    Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners

Reading and interpreting electrical schematics

•    Routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems

•    Troubleshoot, maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems

•    Read and redline loop sheets, P&IDs

•    Read and interpret wiring diagrams & electrical schematics

•    Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards

Calibration and maintaining control instrumentation

•    Other duties as assigned

 

AND

 

Electrician:

Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers

•    Troubleshoot, install, maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photo electric, speed and reflective switches

•    Reading and interpreting electrical schematics

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear

•    Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards

•    Other duties as assigned

 

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

 

 

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 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. 

 

 

The Career You Will Build:

Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement. 

Future opportunities may include:

Becoming a skilled trainer for future new employees Becoming a safety advocate and leader Leadership Development training to allow for potential growth into supervisory roles

 

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 time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting 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.