Electrical and Instrumentation Tech

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Smurfit Westrock, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician for the Fernandina Beach Mill facility. The role supports maintenance of electrical equipment, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and rigging to ensure equipment reliability and availability in a continuous pulp and paper manufacturing environment. Job Duties Troubleshoot, repair and replace electrical, electronic and instrumentation devices. Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to troubleshoot and maintain process control systems. Initiate and complete work orders, documenting all critical and pertinent information on a routine basis. Qualifications Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with extensive troubleshooting experience. Ability to troubleshoot and repair mill-wide electrical power systems (AC and DC) with voltages ranging from 12 to 13,800 V DC and 120/240 VAC, 480 VAC, 2300 VAC, 4160 VAC to 13,800 VAC. Install and maintain electrical distribution equipment and components such as conductors, conduit, cable trays, power panels and motor control centers. Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery including motors, solenoids, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3‑phase power, communication devices, industrial electronic controls and power transmission systems. Ability to install and set up both AC and DC drives. Ability to install and troubleshoot basic 3‑phase motor control circuits. Knowledge of flow, pressure, level and temperature sensors and transmitters. Working knowledge of control valves, proximity, flow, pressure and limit switches. Good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. PLC troubleshooting and problem‑solving ability. Ability to read and interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings. Computer literacy with Microsoft Office. Good written and verbal communication skills. High school diploma or GED required. Five or more years of instrumentation and electrical experience in a production maintenance environment or equivalent military experience. Journeyman status or completion of a related college or apprenticeship program preferred. Strong electrical background with experience in 480‑volt 3‑phase power distribution and controls. Basic understanding of programmable logic controllers and distributed control systems. Ability to read and understand PLC ladder logic. Physically able to work weekends/holidays, on a rotating shift schedule, with overtime as needed, and in heat or noise environments. Experience with variable frequency drives and smart field instruments such as analytical transmitters, valve positioners, valve actuators and PID controllers. Benefits Hourly rates range from $40.28 to $45.67. Health, life, dental and vision plans. 401(k) plan. Pension. Employee assistance program. Paid holidays and vacation (1–3 weeks based on experience). Relocation bonus of up to $5,000. Competitive salary, commonly exceeding $100,000 annually. Candidates will be required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Transmission & Distribution World