
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician - Manufacturing
Lynchburg, VAJob$36.37–50.92/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Electrical and Instrumentation Technician supports gypsum liner paper manufacturing at the Seven Hill-Lynchburg paper mill by maintaining equipment reliability and availability. The role troubleshoots and repairs electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems, interprets technical drawings, and supports process control systems. The technician works with industrial power, controls, instrumentation, and mechanical systems in a continuous paper manufacturing environment.
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Full job description
We are seeking an- Electrical and Instrumentation Technician -for the Seven Hill-Lynchburg paper mill facility. The - E&I Technician -will support the manufacturing of gypsum liner paper by providing quality maintenance duties to enhance the mill’s equipment reliability and availability. The E&I Technician will utilize their skills and knowledge of electrical equipment, electronics, instrumentation, pneumatics, hydraulics, and rigging in our continuous paper manufacturing environment to safely help achieve production goals.
Job Duties:
Troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace electrical, electronic, and instrumentation devices.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to troubleshoot and maintain process control systems.
Initiate and complete work orders and document all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis.
What you need to succeed:
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Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude required with extensive troubleshooting experience.
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Ability to troubleshoot and repair mill-wide electrical power systems, working with AC and DC voltages ranging from 12, 24, and 500 VDC to 120/240, 480, 575, 2300, and AC.
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Install and maintain electrical distribution equipment and components, working with electrical conductors, conduits, cable trays, power panels, and motor control centers.
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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
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Ability to install and set up both A/C drives.
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Ability to install and troubleshoot basic 3-phase motor control circuits
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Knowledge of the various types of flow, pressure, level, temperature sensors, and transmitters.
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Working knowledge of control valves.
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Various proximity, flow, pressure, and limit switches.
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A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
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PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
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Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and instrumentation drawings.
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Must be literate with Microsoft environment.Good written and verbal communication skills
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High School Diploma / GED is required.
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5+ years of- Instrumentation and Electrical -experience in a production maintenance environment or equivalent military experience is required.
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Journeyman or proof of completion of related college or apprenticeship program preferred.
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Capable of meeting physical requirements to include working weekends/holidays, working a rotating shift schedule, including weekends and overtime as needed, and working around heat, and noise, both inside and outside.
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Computer skills including MS Office and ability to quickly learn new software used in the department.
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Strong electrical background with experience in 480-volt 3-phase power distribution and Controls.
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Basic understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers and Distributed Control Systems.
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Ability to read and understand Electrical and Instrumentation Drawings and PLC Ladder Logic.
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Experience with variable frequency drives and smart field instruments (i.e., pressure, flow, temperature, level and analytical transmitters, valve positioners, valve actuators, and PID controllers) is necessary.
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E/I must be able to operate equipment including but not limited to cranes (mobile and stationary), fork trucks, and other lifting devices.
At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home."
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected] .
Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the local pay range for this position, which is $36.37 to $50.92 per hour, plus a shift differential of $0.80/hr.
This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments and an annual vacation payout/bonus (subject to change in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement guidelines). The targeted bonus amount after one year of employment can be up to 4% of gross earnings. The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized including average overtime (44 hrs/week * 52wks)) for this position, is $88,400.00 to $123,000.00. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.-
All pay and benefit information is subject to change and is determined by the local Collective Bargaining Agreement*
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing- - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.-
o Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance-
o Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options-
o LiveWell Wellness Program-
o Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-
o Paid Parental Leave (Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement guidelines)
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.-
o 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan-
o Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability (Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement guidelines)
o Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance-
Additional Benefits- - Helping shape the experience and impact you want-
o Group Legal-
o Identity Theft Protection-
o Auto and Home Insurance-
o Pet Insurance and Discounts-
o Back-up Child and Elder Care-
o PerkSpot Employee Discount Program-
o All pay and benefit information is subject to change and is determined by the local Collective Bargaining Agreement*
How this job compares
Set against the 1,077 open Electrical Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$36.37–50.92/hr
- Virginia median$38–42/hr25 hourly ranges
- US median$31–40/hr466 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $43.65/hr, is 10% above the Virginia median midpoint ($40/hr) — in the middle half of Electrical Technician hourly ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 45 open Electrical Technician jobs in Virginia and 1,077 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
- M. C. Dean13 open
- ABM Industries3 open
- EPSILON SYSTEMS3 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Electrical Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (716 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 499 of the 1,077 open Electrical Technician jobs (46%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 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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