Industrial Maintenance Electrician - Level 3
International Paper · Butler, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at International Paper (packaging) in Butler, IN. Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers.
- They ask for
- 18+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- PLC
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 83 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 51%
- Team leadership 46%
- Welding 37%
- Root cause 25%
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Requirements
- ✓At least 18 years of age
- ✓Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
- ✓Eligible for employment in the US
- ✓AND the following - at least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
Must be willing to meet the following
requirements
- ✓Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
- ✓Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a hands-on assessment of skills
- ✓Available to work shift work as assigned
It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):
- ✓Associates degree and/or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical.
- ✓At least five (5) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
- ✓Relevant work experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
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Pay Rate
$36.54
Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time - 2nd Shift (3 PM - 11 PM)
Physical Location
Butler, IN
Job
The Job You Will Perform
- •This position will work alongside journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion
- •Duties include, but are not limited to:
- •Instrumentation:
- •Troubleshoot, configure, maintain:
- •PLC systems
- •Single loop controls for various field systems
- •Installation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufactures of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment
- •Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners
- •Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- •Routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems
- •Troubleshoot, maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- •Read and redline loop sheets, P&IDs
- •Read and interpret wiring diagrams & electrical schematics
- •Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards
- •Calibration and maintaining control instrumentation
- •Other duties as assigned
And
- •Electrician:
- •Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers
- •Troubleshoot, install, and maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed and reflective switches
- •Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- •Use RS Logix 5, 500, 5000 to troubleshoot PLC's.
- •Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear
- •Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards
- •Other duties as assigned
The Skills You Will Bring
- •Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues
- •Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
- •Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
- •Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action
The Benefits You Will Enjoy
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
The Career You Will Build
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.
The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.