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At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we think of ourselves as more than a box manufacturer. We are an ideas and solutions company. We seek to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. It just happens to be that corrugated products are our area of expertise.
At PCA, you'll find the best people in the industry operating in a "golden rule" culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do. PCA is proud to have a highly skilled and experienced team leading the way.
As a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the U.S., PCA offers customers broad expertise and economies of scale, while our multiple plant locations let us rapidly meet the local needs of our customers.
We are seeking resumes for Electrical Maintenance Apprentice (AD) (4 Openings) in our Valdosta, GA. Paper Mill.
Principle Accountabilities:
Work with key mechanical, electrical, and process personnel to support daily and monthly maintenance outages as well as annual outage jobs.
Work with mechanical maintenance/engineering and operations personnel to complete maintenance and capital projects.
Complete necessary programs and training, as indicated in the Electrical Maintenance Apprentice Program.
Supports the Mills goals for safety, environmental, and other areas of need.
Utilize predictive and preventative maintenance programs to identify and correct equipment issues.
Complete assigned work for daily, monthly, and annual outages.
Effectively complete assigned jobs for best result at the lowest cost.
Look for opportunities to solve issues, reduce cost, and improve performance.
Performs other responsibilities as needed.
Basic Qualifications
Applicants will be required to have one of the following: A qualifying diploma from a technical college in industrial electrical or instrument maintenance. Three years of service in the field of electrical or instrument maintenance (General electrical, instruments, DCS systems, PLC systems, AC/DC drive systems, LV/MV starters, power distribution systems). Three years of military service in the field of electrical or instrument maintenance (General electrical, instruments, DCS systems, PLC systems, AC/DC drive systems, LV/MV starters, power distribution systems), or completed a comparable certified E&I Maintenance Apprentice Program
The applicants will need to submit a resume and Work Keys assessments results. Applications submitted without the Resume & WorkKeys assessment results will be deemed incomplete.
Team Work Level 4
Workplace Documents (Reading) 5
Applied Technology Level 4
Workplace Observation Level 4
If selected following the interview process applicants will need to pass the Electrical aptitude & knowledge,
Basic skills math and physics tests, Basic electrical & instrument & Print reading knowledge placement assessments
before progressing to the next stage.
Preferred Qualifications
Pulp & Paper industry experience.
The successful candidate must possess the following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers
Ability to exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity, and change.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.
Ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.
PCA provides a competitive comprehensive benefits package.
PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
All Qualified applicants must apply at
PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.