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E&I Technician

E&I Technician

Country:  United States
City:  Westbrook
State:  Maine
Location:  Mill Westbrook
Department:  Maintenance
Posting date:  Nov 20, 2025

Sappi North America
Sappi Westbrook near Portland, Maine is where our history began in 1854 with the S. D. Warren Company. It is the site of the first coated papermaking facility in the US and the place where Sappi North America first developed its reputation for quality and innovation. The Westbrook Mill manufactures Casting and Release papers used in a myriad of diverse applications, including the fashion, automotive, aerospace and flooring industries. Our vegan-leather and natural textures can be seen in many products around the world ranging from shoes to handbags and car interiors to countertops.

Sappi North America
Sappi Westbrook near Portland, Maine is where our history began in 1854 with the S. D. Warren Company. It is the site of the first coated papermaking facility in the US and the place where Sappi North America first developed its reputation for quality and innovation. The Westbrook Mill manufactures Casting and Release papers used in a myriad of diverse applications, including the fashion, automotive, aerospace and flooring industries. Our vegan-leather and natural textures can be seen in many products around the world ranging from shoes to handbags and car interiors to countertops.

                   

Position (job title):

E&I Technician

Department:

Maintenance - Westbrook

Reports to (position title):

Maintenance Planner, Westbrook

Work Site (city, state):

Westbrook, Maine

Entry requirements:

Minimum of two years’ experience with the ability to perform Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, work as highlighted below.

A Technical Degree and/or a certified Apprenticeship Program preferred.

 

Overview

 

In this multicraft role, the ideal candidate will have a solid work history and be able to communicate effectively and demonstrate an ability to perform various E&I Technician duties from past experiences.  The candidate will have a strong understanding of the importance of personal and group safety within the workplace.  The candidate will be a team player, working effectively with other craft employees, Mill operators, maintenance planners and supervision.  The candidate will have experience troubleshooting and leading repairs to complex workplace equipment. Finally, candidates will demonstrate an ability to read manuals, blueprints and working drawings, plan and lay out work, and take accurate measurements using devices common to the craft.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Work experiences with AC/DC Drives, I/A DCS and Rockwell (AB) PLC
  • Troubleshooting, repair, replacement and calibration of electrical control instrumentation such as, temperature, pressure, ph., conductivity, turbidity, flow meters, valve positioner actuators and associated 4-20ma control loops, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Steam Systems, Foxboro Spec 200
  • Experience with High Pressure Boilers and high voltage distribution
  • Demonstrate awareness of Electrical safe work practices including NFP70e awareness
  • Rigging experience, be able to safely rig all types of equipment

 

Special Skills including license certification

 

  • Electrical Journyperson License and/or ISA Certification preferred
  • Methodical problem solving ability
  • Computer skills, including experience with SAP
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills such as log entries or work order documentation
  • Ability to balance multiple tasks and conflicting priorities with confidence and accuracy

 

Working Conditions

 

  • Shift work may be required, as well as occasional weekend and holiday coverage
  • Occasional Call-ins on nights and weekend, need to respond within an hour
  • Occasional work required from ladders, elevated platforms, hot and cold locations

 

 

Education/Experience

 

  • Technical Degree or equivalent preferred, two or more years work experience

 

Benefits

  •  
  • Sappi offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term care. Pension, 401(k) with company match, gain sharing (bonus), vacation plans, shift premiums, as well as, 12 paid holidays per year.

                   

Position (job title):

E&I Technician

Department:

Maintenance - Westbrook

Reports to (position title):

Maintenance Planner, Westbrook

Work Site (city, state):

Westbrook, Maine

Entry requirements:

Minimum of two years’ experience with the ability to perform Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, work as highlighted below.

A Technical Degree and/or a certified Apprenticeship Program preferred.

 

Overview

 

In this multicraft role, the ideal candidate will have a solid work history and be able to communicate effectively and demonstrate an ability to perform various E&I Technician duties from past experiences.  The candidate will have a strong understanding of the importance of personal and group safety within the workplace.  The candidate will be a team player, working effectively with other craft employees, Mill operators, maintenance planners and supervision.  The candidate will have experience troubleshooting and leading repairs to complex workplace equipment. Finally, candidates will demonstrate an ability to read manuals, blueprints and working drawings, plan and lay out work, and take accurate measurements using devices common to the craft.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Work experiences with AC/DC Drives, I/A DCS and Rockwell (AB) PLC
  • Troubleshooting, repair, replacement and calibration of electrical control instrumentation such as, temperature, pressure, ph., conductivity, turbidity, flow meters, valve positioner actuators and associated 4-20ma control loops, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Steam Systems, Foxboro Spec 200
  • Experience with High Pressure Boilers and high voltage distribution
  • Demonstrate awareness of Electrical safe work practices including NFP70e awareness
  • Rigging experience, be able to safely rig all types of equipment

 

Special Skills including license certification

 

  • Electrical Journyperson License and/or ISA Certification preferred
  • Methodical problem solving ability
  • Computer skills, including experience with SAP
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills such as log entries or work order documentation
  • Ability to balance multiple tasks and conflicting priorities with confidence and accuracy

 

Working Conditions

 

  • Shift work may be required, as well as occasional weekend and holiday coverage
  • Occasional Call-ins on nights and weekend, need to respond within an hour
  • Occasional work required from ladders, elevated platforms, hot and cold locations

 

 

Education/Experience

 

  • Technical Degree or equivalent preferred, two or more years work experience

 

Benefits

  •  
  • Sappi offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term care. Pension, 401(k) with company match, gain sharing (bonus), vacation plans, shift premiums, as well as, 12 paid holidays per year.

Salaried: salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.

Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sappi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.

Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sappi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

HR Contact for Questions:
Name:  Christopher St. Louis
Email:  christopher.st.louis@sappi.com
Telephone number:  207-856-4615

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