What are the responsibilities and job description for the J1- Electrical position at International Paper?
Position Title :
Maintenance Journeyman Level 1 Electrical / Instrumentation (J1)
Pay Rate : 39.79 / hr.
Physical Location : New Bern Mill
1785 Weyerhaeuser Road
Vanceboro, NC 28586
252) 633-7244
Category / Shift : Hourly Full-Time
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;
At least three (3) years of work experience in ELECTRICAL systems
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)
It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and / or experience(s) :
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 :
Instrumentation :
Troubleshoot, configure, maintain :
PLC systems
Electrician :
The Skills You Will Bring :
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 Disability Plan, 401(k) and / or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
The Career You Will Build :
Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement.
Future opportunities may include :
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) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting 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.
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