Journey Level Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (P&C)
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Installation Technician
Job Details
Job Location:
WA
- Longview, WA 98632
Education Level: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Salary Range: $48.98 - $57.99 Hourly Job Category:
Manufacturing
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.
- 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
(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
(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, switch gear/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
- 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
NORPAC encourages professional development/tenure and rewards its employees through a tier-based system.
- Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (P&C Tech) $47.30
- 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, based on time, performance, and completion of in-house skills testing.
- medical/vision and dental benefits
- company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution
- basic life insurance
- employee assistance program
- paid time off
- floaters upon hire and paid holidays
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