Electrical Maintenance Technician

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

We are recruiting for   Electrical Maintenance Technician positions.

Apply today, start within a week! All ages and experience levels are welcome. We have full-time positions.

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What we are offering:

• Competitive salary
• Direct deposit paid biweekly
• One week of vacation the first year, then two weeks a year
• Full range of group insurance
• Telemedicine services
• 401k savings plan
• Employee and family assistance program
• Referral incentive: refer a friend and receive a bonus
• Work environment based on respect, inclusion and diversity
• Office accessible by public transit

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Industrial, with expertise in the tissue paper industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment, ensuring a smooth and efficient production process.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Repair:

• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults in the production machinery, control systems, and other electrical equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, ensuring optimum machinery uptime.
• Collaborate with the mechanical and instrumentation maintenance team to ensure synchronized efforts in     troubleshooting multifaceted issues.

Safety:

• Ensure that all electrical repairs and installations comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections to detect potential electrical hazards and rectify them immediately.
• Train other team members on electrical safety procedures and best practices.

Continuous Improvement:

• Recommend improvements to existing electrical systems for better efficiency and safety.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in the tissue paper industry and leverage them for the betterment of the company.
• Participate in projects aimed at enhancing machine performance and energy conservation.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and downtime.
• Monitor the usage and inventory of electrical spare parts and tools.
• Report findings, challenges, and results to the Maintenance Manager and collaborate in implementing corrective actions.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the production team to minimize unplanned downtimes and enhance the efficiency of machinery.
• Engage with external vendors and suppliers when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Technical degree or certification in Electrical, Electrical Maintenance, or related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Electrical Industrial, preferably in the tissue paper industry.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, PLCs, drives, sensors, and control circuits.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficient with tools and diagnostic equipment relevant to the role.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift equipment and parts weighing up 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.
• Employees will work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Tissue is a business unit of Domtar. As one of the few fully integrated tissue manufacturers in North America, we have a well-established presence in retail and away-from-home tissue manufacturing and are ideally suited to serve U.S. customers. We own and operate three manufacturing mills, in Sanford and Hialeah, Florida, and Calhoun, Tennessee, as well as a converting facility in Hagerstown, Maryland.

With seven converting lines and two paper machine production lines –for paper towels and bath tissue – the Hialeah Mill is a 24/7 operation.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions). 

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.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.

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