Journey Level Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (P&C) Shifter
$101,878–$120,619 year
On-siteLongview, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily maintenance and troubleshooting on electrical and instrumentation systems, including PLCs, motor controls, and electro-pneumatic/hydraulic equipment. Perform repairs on switchgear, medium voltage equipment, and control valves while adhering to strict safety protocols such as lockout/tagout procedures. Interpret motor schematics, logic drawings, P&IDs, and loop sheets to diagnose issues in a hot, humid, and noisy paper mill environment. Maintain organized work areas and tools while utilizing basic computer skills for system monitoring. This journey-level role offers a tiered compensation structure starting at $48.98/hour with progression opportunities and includes benefits like a 401k match and paid time off.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- 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
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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