ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales. We are an environmentally-friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually.

We are looking to hire top talent to join our dynamic team! ND Paper offers full benefits and a competitive compensation.

The E/I Apprentice will work under the direction of the E/I Supervisor.

Duties of the Job

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively Maintain safe operations for all employees in their area of responsibility and drive safe work practices throughout the organization.
• Assists Journeymen with repair, maintenance and installation of complex electrical/instrumentation systems and equipment.
• Assist with locating, diagnosing and repairing electrical/instrumentation malfunctions.
• Inspects and tests electrical/instrumentation equipment as required.
• Installs pneumatic, electronic, and other instrumentation equipment.
• Installs fixtures, motors and other electrical equipment.
• Disassembles malfunctioning electrical/instrumentation equipment, troubleshoots and tests mechanisms and circuitry for defects.
• Assists with operation of programmable controllers, distributive controls, and configures controllers for required troubleshooting.
• Assists with planning layouts, running conduit, wiring and tubing both new and existing installations.
• Participate in work efficiency/flexibility programs.
• Performs general housekeeping duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.

On‑the‑Job Requirements

• Must successfully complete State Indentured E&I Apprenticeship Program which includes classroom instruction and on-the-job training.
• Must lift 50-70 lbs. regularly, e.g., controllers, transmitters, conduit, starters, etc.
• Must do considerable amount of bending, stooping, reaching, turning and twisting.
• Must climb and work in high places, e.g., up to 150', elevated lifts to work on bridge cranes, overhead lighting, reflectors, smoke stacks, etc.
• Must operate programmable controllers for required troubleshooting.
• Must work with radiation-type measurement devices.
• Must learn to configure and service process controls.
• Must learn to set up and operate conduit benders, tubing benders, threader, test equipment, hand tools, etc.
• Must work with voltages up to and including 13,800 volts, e.g., high voltage switch gear, etc.
• Must read blueprints, loop sheets, and schematic diagrams.
• Must be able to learn/use Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS ) for work order tracking, time entry, parts procurement, etc.
• Must be able to work independently, be able to prioritize work, and be a self starter.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and work in a team environment.
• Must comply with company respirator policy.
• Must be able to drive.
• Must have a telephone and live within a reasonable commuting distance of the mill.
• Must be able to respond to call-ins, work shift work, overtime, Sundays and holidays as required.
• Must be willing to keep current with industry advancements by continuing education and further developing skills.

Qualifications

• Candidates with a degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Power Engineering, Electro-mechanical Technology or equivalent education/work experience may be given preference for consideration.
• Must be able to lift 50-70 lbs. regularly.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must have flexibility, reach and body height consistent with job responsibilities.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• Must be able to comply with company respirator policy.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Products and be able to keyboard/type.

Attributes for Success:

• Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand
• Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond
• Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture
• Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business
• Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve
• Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly.
• Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship.

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