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Maintenance Journeyman 1/Electrical

International Paper

Vicksburg, MSFull-time$40.7/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$40.7/hr
Location
Vicksburg, MS
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 Electrical/Instrumentation assists journeymen-level technicians with routine maintenance and performs many duties independently. The role supports electrical and instrumentation systems at the Vicksburg Mill, with paid hands-on experience and classroom instruction through the Global Manufacturing Training program. Candidates need experience in either instrumentation or electrical systems and must be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PLC SystemsSingle-Loop ControlsInstrument CalibrationAnalytical EquipmentValve PositionersPneumatic SystemsHydraulic SystemsLoop SheetsP&IDsWiring DiagramsElectrical SchematicsNFPA 70EAC and DC DrivesElectrical ComponentsPower Distribution SwitchgearCritical ThinkingTeamworkDependabilitySelf-MotivationIndustrial Maintenance

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Graduate or Equivalent Work Experience3 Years Instrumentation or Electrical ExperienceIndustrial Maintenance Associate Degree or CertificationIndustrial Environment ExperienceEligible for US Employment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Job Description

Position Title:

Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 Electrical/Instrumentation (J1)

Pay Rate :

$40.70/hr.

Physical Location :

Vicksburg Mill

3737 Hwy 3

Redwood, MS 39156

Category/Shift :

Hourly Full-Time

  • Days (7am-3:30pm – Monday-Friday)

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age

  • Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience

  • Eligible for employment in the US

AND one of the following:

  • At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION systems;

OR

  • At least three (3) years of work experience in 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 or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical.

  • Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.

The Job You Will Perform:

This position will assist 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:

Non-applicable skills/experience can be removed but adding skills/experience is not permitted .

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

  • 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

  • Other duties as assigned

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

About Us

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; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at 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. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] or (877) 973-3919.

Job Identification 2004638

Job Category Manufacturing

Job Schedule Full time

How this job compares

Set against the 511 open Industrial Maintenance jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$40.7/hr
  • US median$30–35/hr239 hourly ranges

This rate, $40.70/hr, is 25% above the US median midpoint ($33/hr) — in the top quarter of Industrial Maintenance hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 26 open Industrial Maintenance jobs in Mississippi and 511 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Mississippi
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Industrial Maintenance postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (341 postings).
Education
5 of the 511 open Industrial Maintenance jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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