The DS Smith Reading Paper Mill has an immediate opening for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician. This is a union position that will oversee the electrical, controls & instrumentation performance and maintenance of large production machinery. Individual hired will start out as an E&I Trainee until the completion of in-house training. 

Pay and Benefits:

Starting rate $37.75 per hour  Base Schedule: Monday – Friday Day Shift - Must be available to work a 2 week on call rotation. Excellent medical package through the United Steelworkers 401(k) with Company match

Duties/Responsibilities:

Works safely and complies with all mill safety policies. Completes yearly safety training. Performs preventive maintenance work on equipment, documenting any findings. Troubleshoot and repair electrical, control and instrumentation systems including but not limited to: DCS, PLCs, variable frequency drives, motors, instrumentation, hydraulic & pneumatic systems. Repairs broken equipment quickly and efficiently. Performs relevant equipment rebuild work as assigned. Cleans, organizes, inventories, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies. Collaborates with managers to recommend any potential improvements. On-Call responsibilities shared with other technicians. Performs other related duties or projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Problem-solving/Troubleshooting abilities Technical Knowledge Basic testing equipment – multimeters, megger, power tools, etc. AC/DC power systems & distribution 4160V/480V motors & motor controls DCS/PLC systems VFDs Instrumentation & control valves SAP experience a plus Pulp & Paper experience a plus Able to read electrical drawings Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Works well independently and with others. Good communication skills. Organized with attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must live no more than 45 min from Reading, PA.  

Education and Experience:

2 years industrial electrical/controls/instrumentation work experience Some vocational or community college with related coursework, a plus