Job Description

Position Title: E&I Maintenance Technician

Department: Electrical Maintenance

Location: St. Francisville, LA 

 Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety-oriented E&I Maintenance Technician to join our team. This shift position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and instrumentation systems to support continuous mill operations. This role works on a rotating shift schedule to ensure around-the-clock equipment reliability and minimal downtime in a fast-paced paper mill environment.

 Key Responsibilities

• Safely perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, drives, MCCs, switchgear, PLCs, and DCS systems.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation devices, including flow meters, pressure sensors, and control valves.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and make effective repairs to restore operations.
• Document maintenance activities and findings in the CMMS system.
• Collaborate with production teams to coordinate maintenance tasks during shifts.
• Participate in shift handovers, providing detailed updates on ongoing and completed work.
• Follow all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and arc flash procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

 Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance, preferably in a paper mill environment.
• Technical certification or vocational training in Electrical/Instrumentation is a plus.
• Proficiency with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and DCS systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems (480V, 4160V), motor controls, and process instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Experience with hand tools, multimeters, calibration devices, and testing instruments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.
• Passing entry test, E&I written test, and hands on test

 Work Conditions

• Exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures typical of a paper mill setting.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be necessary.

 Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Company quarterly incentive compensation plan
• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities

If you are a motivated individual who enjoys hands-on work and wants to be part of a supportive team, apply today!