Job Description

Position Title:

Journeyman Level 3 (J3) Electrician

Pay Rate :

$42.03/hr.

Category/Shift :

Hourly Full-Time

Physical Location :

Rome Mill

238 Mays Bridge Road SW

Rome, GA 30165

The Job You Will Perform:

The Journeyman 3 Electrician at our Rome, GA Linerboard Paper Mill will be responsible for performing work in our Instrumentation & Electrical Precision Maintenance Model. The Electrician will earn the respect and confidence of others and accept increasing responsibility for his or her actions and decisions while learning, growing and developing. The role requires engagement in department activities and opportunities with a focus on continual improvement of people, performance, processes, and productivity.

Job Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Eligible for employment in the US
• At least three (3) years of work experience in electrical and/or instrumentation work

Responsibilities include:

• Install, Maintain, Troubleshoot and Repair Circuit Protection and Switchgear
• Install, Maintain, Troubleshoot and Repair AC and DC Motors
• Cable and Conduit Installation
• Perform Switch and Control Device Tasks
• Knowledge of Transformers; PM, Testing, Setting operating parameters, maintaining and repairing
• Installation, troubleshooting and maintaining proper functionality of PLCs and Controls
• Competent use of tools of the trade
• Knowledge and use of; Tables, Graphs, Schematics, Isometrics, Manuals and Drawings

Key Competencies Include:

• Understands and demonstrates effective Team Skills
• Self-directed actions to complete necessary assignments
• Ability to follow direction of Supervisors and Lead Mechanics
• Focus on Personal and Team Development
• Strategic Agility

Qualifications Include:

Journeyman 3 Qualification in an industrial maintenance role. High School diploma required, Post-Secondary Degree; preferred.

Applicants will be required to complete IPs Journeyman Trade Skill Assessment/Selection process composed of Knowledge and Skills Assessment, Structured Panel Interview and Hands-On Assessment.

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 Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), 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 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.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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