Description

Domtar is a leading provider of a wide variety of fiber based products including communication, specialty and packaging papers, market pulp and absorbent hygiene products.  Domtar is driven by a commitment to turn sustainable wood fiber into useful products that people rely on every day. 

Domtar is seeking safety-oriented individuals to join our team as a Journeyman E/I Technician at the Kingsport, TN mill. 

Responsibilities
Safely and effectively service, troubleshoot, PM (preventative maintenance), repair or install electrical, instrumentation, and related components as required in support of plant production.  Work in close coordination with mechanical maintenance and production employees. 

Requirements 

• Work in a safe and efficient manner in the Mill’s high performance flow-to-work system following all safety rules and regulations as well as using all personal protective gear / equipment as required.
• Working knowledge and ability to demonstrate understanding of NFPA70E requirements.
• Accomplish assigned tasks without direct supervision, complete all work in a safe, thorough, and timely manner.
• Demonstrate competent electrical, instrumentation, drive, and computer troubleshooting skills associated with machinery servicing, breakdown, and repair.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of electrical, electronic and computer theory and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of instrumentation equipment.
• Evaluate equipment operation and make recommendation for repairs.
• Must have ability and willingness to work a rotating twelve-hour shift. May be assigned other shift schedule(s) based on needs of the business.
• Must have ability to climb ladders / stairs, work in tight spaces, near moving equipment and also work in some dark, dusty and noisy environments.
• Work in a cooperative manner with other team members.
• Read, write, and follow maintenance work orders to facilitate machine repairs.
• Perform all assigned electrical preventative maintenance tasks.
• Must be able to walk, lift, stand, stoop, and crouch as needed to perform maintenance tasks.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs including metal cutting and welding.
• Must be able to read blueprints and electrical schematics.

 Skills and Abilities 

• Journeyman Certificate for Electrical and Instrumentation (or NCCER equivalent) with 2-years minimum of experience.
• Certified or Working Experience in a Multi-Craft work system (preferred)
• Paper and/or Packaging Experience (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to follow safe work practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of PLC’s.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, instrumentation,
• Proven ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.