Electrician Apprentice Program Jobs in Longview, WA

ABOUT NORPAC:

From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview, WA., the NORPAC mill produces high-quality, packaging, copy paper, and printing paper for customers across the United States and around the world. Now part of International Paper, the NORPAC mill benefits from expanded resources and a strengthened commitment to safety, customer focus, a great workplace, and profitable growth.

NORPAC is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world-class performance while leading a principle-based, process-disciplined organization.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

NORPAC is looking to hire a qualified Electrician & Instrumentation Technician (Powers & Control) professional to join the maintenance team. This is a safety-sensitive position.

General Requirements Include:

• Ability to work the Dupont schedule, a 12 rotating shift model
• 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

Required: (Tier 1 - Entry)

• 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

Required: (Tier 2 - Experienced)

• 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

Preferred:

• 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

Compensation:

NORPAC encourages professional development/tenure and rewards its employees through a tier-based system.

Tier/Level                                                                                                                                              Hourly Rate

Experienced - Journey Level Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (P&C Tech)                    $48.98
Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Technician                                                                               $50.65
Specialist (Area Expert)                                                                                                                        $53.85
Lead Technician (Crew Leadership)                                                                                                    $55.92
Expert (Mill Wide Leader)                                                                                                                    $57.99

Typical Progression: An experienced Journey Level Electrical & Instrumentation Technician generally starts at $48.98/hour and typically advances to $50.65/hour after 3-6 months. In addition, all shift P&C positions receive a $2.35 premium after 3 months. To note, all rate increases are subject to time, performance, and completion of in-house skills testing.
Benefits:

NORPAC offers a highly competitive benefit package to include medical/vision and dental benefits, a company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, floaters upon hire and paid holidays.