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Journey Level Electrical & Instrumentation (Powers & Control) Technician

Longview, Washington, United States · On-site

$48/hr–$57/hr

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: WA - Longview, WA 98632Education Level: High School Diploma or GED equivalentSalary Range: $48.98 - $57.99 HourlyJob Category: ManufacturingABOUT NORPAC: From its world-class manufacturing facili…

Skills: Electrical Troubleshooting, Instrumentation, PLC Programming, Motor Controls, Electro-pneumatics

North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC) logoNorth Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC)

Engineering Intern

Longview, Washington, United States · On-site

$25/hr–$29/hr

Entry level

Job DetailsJob Location: WA - Longview, WA 98632Position Type: InternshipEducation Level: High School Diploma or GED equivalentSalary Range: $25.25 - $29.64 HourlyJob Category: EngineeringAbout NORPAC From its world-clas…

Skills: Technical ability, Problem solving, Communication skills, Teamwork, Self-motivation

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Journey Level Electrical & Instrumentation (Powers & Control) Technician

North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC)

Longview, Washington, United States • On-site

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  • $48/hr–$57/hr
  • Other
  • high school, professional certificate
  • Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401k Match, Company 401k Contribution, Basic Life Insurance
  • Posted 31d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance to support world-class manufacturing operations. Ensure safety compliance while troubleshooting and maintaining power and control systems within a pulp and paper mill.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and completion of an electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship or a two-year industrial degree. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in PLCs, motor controls, and safety protocols like lockout/tagout.

Full job description

Job DetailsJob Location: WA - Longview, WA 98632Education Level: High School Diploma or GED equivalentSalary Range: $48.98 - $57.99 HourlyJob Category: ManufacturingABOUT NORPAC:

From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview, WA., the NORPAC mill produces high-quality, packaging, copy paper, and printing paper for customers across the United States and around the world. Now part of International Paper, the NORPAC mill benefits from expanded resources and a strengthened commitment to safety, customer focus, a great workplace, and profitable growth.

NORPAC is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world-class performance while leading a principle-based, process-disciplined organization.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

NORPAC is looking to hire a qualified Electrician & Instrumentation Technician (Powers & Control) professional to join the maintenance team. This is a safety-sensitive position.

QualificationsGeneral Requirements Include

Demonstrated ability to work safely and comply with safety procedures
Excellent team and communication skills
Ability to work without direct supervision
Strong interest in learning other crafts
Willingness to learn and grow within a tier-based system
Basic computer skills
Willingness to work in a hot, humid and noisy environment
Must be willing to learn the skills needed to strengthen role as a dual-craft Electrician & Instrumentation technician
Qualify in one mechanical trade
Commitment to continuous learning and active participation in the Electrician and Instrumentation program

Required: (Tier 1 - Entry)

Completion of an electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship or have graduated from a two-year program in Industrial Electricity/Electronics or Instrumentation (e.g. Perry Institute) and/or equivalent coursework and experience
Followed safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety standards
Experience with PLCs, motor controls, or instrumentation systems through coursework or training
Knowledge of electro pneumatics and hydraulics as well as understanding troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with hand tools, multimeters, and basic test equipment
Ability to maintain organized work areas and tools

Required: (Tier 2 - Experienced)

Four years electrical and/or instrumentation apprenticeship or have graduated from a two-year program in Industrial Electricity/Electronics or Instrumentation (e.g. Perry Institute) plus two or more years of combined experience as a Journey Level Electrician or Instrumentation Technician
Strong troubleshooting skills with knowledge of electro-pneumatics and hydraulics as well as effective troubleshooting skills
Electrical skills: working knowledge of AC/DC drives and motor maintenance, PLCs, NEC and applicable codes, switchgear/medium voltage equipment, and ability to read motor schematics and logic drawings
Instrumentation skills: experience with control valves, field instrumentation, P&IDs, loop sheets, and DCS controls

Preferred

Multi/cross-craft experience is a plus, (Electrical/Instrumentation)
Knowledge of SAP functions
Previous leadership experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment
Previous experience working in paper or pulp mill maintenance

Compensation

NORPAC encourages professional development/tenure and rewards its employees through a tier-based system.

Tier/Level Hourly Rate

Experienced - Journey Level Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (P&C Tech) $48.98
Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Technician $50.65
Specialist (Area Expert) $53.85
Lead Technician (Crew Leadership) $55.92
Expert (Mill Wide Leader) $57.99

Typical Progression: An experienced Journey Level Electrical & Instrumentation Technician generally starts at $48.98/hour and typically advances to $50.65/hour after 3-6 months. To note, all rate increases are subject to time, performance, and completion of in-house skills testing.

Benefits

NORPAC offers a highly competitive benefit package to include medical/vision and dental benefits, a company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, floaters upon hire and paid holidays.

Related keywords

Electrical TechnicianInstrumentation TechnicianPLCMotor ControlsElectro-pneumaticsHydraulicsAC/DC DrivesNECSwitchgearMedium VoltageControl ValvesP&IDLoop SheetsDCSSAPManufacturing

About North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC)

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High performance, environmentally conscious paper to meet any need.

Industry
Paper & Forest Products
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Longview, Washington
LinkedIn followers
1,720

North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC) — is an independent paper company based in Washington State. From its world-class manufacturing facility, NORPAC delivers a broad range of high-quality lightweight recycled packaging papers and graphic papers to customers across the United States and around the world. NORPAC is dedicated to building prosperous and healthy communities by manufacturing the most high-quality, environmentally sustainable paper in the industry, and providing valuable, principled and trusted employment opportunities. Contact us to learn more: [email protected]

Offices: 3001 Industrial Way, Longview, Washington 98632, US

Packaging and Paper ProductsConsumer GoodsPaper ManufacturingB2BWholesaleManufacturing
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About North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC)

LinkedInVisit site

High performance, environmentally conscious paper to meet any need.

Industry
Paper & Forest Products
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Longview, Washington
LinkedIn followers
1,720

North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC) — is an independent paper company based in Washington State. From its world-class manufacturing facility, NORPAC delivers a broad range of high-quality lightweight recycled packaging papers and graphic papers to customers across the United States and around the world. NORPAC is dedicated to building prosperous and healthy communities by manufacturing the most high-quality, environmentally sustainable paper in the industry, and providing valuable, principled and trusted employment opportunities. Contact us to learn more: [email protected]

Offices: 3001 Industrial Way, Longview, Washington 98632, US

Packaging and Paper ProductsConsumer GoodsPaper ManufacturingB2BWholesaleManufacturing
View all jobs at North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC)

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