Industrial Instrumentation & Controls Electrician

Location: Conklin Center

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Industrial Instrumentation & Controls Electrician Picture your first weeks at our Binghamton Container facility: you start on 1st shift to train alongside seasoned journeyman E/I technicians, then transition to 3rd shift where you keep our operation humming through the night. You’ll split your time between precision instrumentation work and high-energy electrical troubleshooting—owning the health of PLCs, drives, sensors, and power systems that keep our plant moving.

Role Snapshot Compensation: $34.03 per hour

Schedule:

Hourly, Full-Time; 1st shift for training, then 3rd shift

Location:

Binghamton Container, 1240 Conklin Road, Conklin, NY 13748 | What Your Nights Look Like Diagnose, configure, and maintain PLC systems and single-loop controls

Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot analog and SMART instruments and analyzers

Repair final control elements: pneumatic/electric valves, solenoids, and SMART valve positioners

Perform routine and regulatory calibration for boilers and environmental systems

Maintain and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Read/redline loop sheets and P&IDs; interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematics

Service AC/DC drive systems and stand-alone process drives across multiple manufacturers

Install and maintain sensors and switches (limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed, reflective)
Repair and perform PM on 480v through 13.8kV power distribution switch gear

Work to NFPA
70E standards, with strict attention to arc flash and shock hazard practices

Tackle additional duties as assigned to support uptime and reliability

What You Bring At least 18 years oldHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Eligible for employment in the US3+ years hands-on experience in instrumentation and electrical systems

Comfort in an industrial environment (heat, dust, chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, heights, confined spaces—always with proper training/PPE)
Willingness to complete online technical testing, interviews, and a hands-on skills assessment

Ability to work any/rotating schedule, frequent overtime (sometimes with short notice), weekends, and holidays

Consistent use of required safety equipment

Preferred

Associate degree and/or certifications in Industrial Maintenance or related instrumentation/electrical fields5+ years in instrumentation and electrical work Experience in an industrial manufacturing setting

Core Skills Critical thinking and methodical problem solving

Team collaboration across multi-functional groups

Dependability, ownership, and follow-through

Self-motivation, openness to feedback, and drive to earn your next promotion

Proficiency with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, 120/208/240/480V systems, electrical repair

Hands-on experience with PLCs Benefits International  Paper provides comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (as applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (Tuition Reimbursement), and voluntary coverages (home, auto, vision, pet).Grow Here Advance through a world-class blended training program with paid hands-on and classroom learning. Opportunities include:

Becoming a trainer/mentor for new team members

Serving as a safety advocate and leader

Leadership Development for potential supervisory tracks

Our Impact & Culture For more than 125 years, we’ve championed sustainability and community. You’ll join an inclusive, safe, and supportive workplace where diverse perspectives are strengths—and where you can do your best work every day.

About International Paper International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in renewable fiber-based products—corrugated packaging that enables global commerce and pulp for essential health and wellness products. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, we employ ~38,000 colleagues across North America, Latin America, North Africa, and Europe. 2022 net sales: $21.2B. Learn more at  & Equal Opportunity
*** 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.

Eligible for employment in the USUndergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment

Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment

Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
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