Journeyperson Electrician - Electrician Class AA

Electrician AA

Gouverneur, NY

$30.03

Embark on an exciting career with BiOrigin Specialty Products! Join the foundation of our paper-making excellence as an Electrician/Journeyperson at our Gouverneur, NY paper mill! We're looking for hardworking individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and contribute to the essential tasks that keep our operations running smoothly. As a crucial part of our team, you'll be hands-on in the maintenance process, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing machines and equipment throughout the mill. This position primarily focuses on controls and electrical systems. If you're up for the challenge, and ready to be a vital part of our paper-making journey, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact.

At BiOrigin Specialty Products, our mission is to drive innovative solutions in alignment with our strategic partners to revolutionize the paper and tissue industry to do this, we hold fast in our core values which are the fabric of our culture and the pillars off which we build our community; teamwork, employee investment, integrity, problem solving, and trust.

What we need from you:

• Have a good working knowledge of the tasks required to perform on all phases of electrical work in accordance with the latest edition of the American Electricians’ Handbook, Local and National Electrical Codes.
• Working knowledge of electrical theory, and the associated principles, materials, and equipment
• Troubleshoot, assemble, install, test and maintain electrical, equipment components, and circuits.
• Must have knowledge of instrumentation and process controls
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems and components
• Must be able to install, calibrate & tune variable speed drives
• Must have knowledge of AC and DC power circuits
• Must be able to install conduit, duct, and control power
• Must be able to read blueprints, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Related PLC experience to understand, and troubleshoot ladder logic desired
• Ability to make minor mechanical, piping and electrical repairs
• Perform business management duties such as maintaining maintenance records and files, preparing reports, ordering supplies and equipment.
• Must follow all plant safety procedures, and all applicable regulatory policies .
• Monitor and maintain temperature and pressure on plant control systems
• Monitor and maintain mill air pressure and water pressure
• Ability to fire the mill boiler and maintain steam pressure
• Know where and how to reset individual motors throughout the mill
• Oil and grease motor bearings as required
• Ability to use Ohmmeter, Voltage Tester, Multimeter, Megohmmeter, Pneumatic, Hand and Power Tools, Calibration and Testing Instruments

Minimum qualifications:

• Journeyman Electrician Card preferred
• Have own set of tools
• A minimum of 3-5 years of electrical field experience with an emphasis in controls and electrical systems is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Perform math calculations including addition, subtraction, multiple, and divide all units of measure using whole, fractions and decimals.
• Willingness and ability to work 8 hours shifts Monday-Friday, be on a 24 hour on-call rotation (additional pay), rotating weekends, and overtime as needed.
• All candidates must pass pre-employment screening, drug screen, physical and criminal background screening.

Physical demands and Working conditions:

• Must be able to lift 50lbs and lift up to 100lbs with assistance.
• Physical demands include standing for long periods of time, walking, using hands and arms to handle, feel or reach, climb, balance, stoop, knee, crouch, and/or crawl in confined spaces.
• Exposure to moderate frequent noise and occasional loud noise, dust, heat, cold, dry and damp air.

What you get from us:

• Medical insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefit
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings account
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays

BiOrigin Specialty Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

As a frontrunner in eco-friendly specialty paper, packaging, and tissue, we're not just a trusted wholesale supplier; we're the pioneers of sustainability. Join us as we continue to thrive, grow, and manufacture some of the most outstanding sustainable paper and tissue products in North America.

Apply now and be a driving force behind the innovation that defines BiOrigin Specialty Products! https://www.bioriginsp.com/careers.html

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.03 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Can you work 12 hour rotating shifts?

Experience:

• Industrial electrician: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Plant Maintenance - Electrician Journeyperson Card (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gouverneur, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person