E&I Apprentice

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Ahlstrom’s Rhinelander paper mill is HIRING NOW for an Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Apprentice. 

The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Apprentice works under the guidance of licensed or journey-level E&I technicians to develop the skills needed to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and instrumentation systems. This apprenticeship combines hands-on training with classroom or technical instruction to prepare the apprentice for a successful career in industrial electrical and instrumentation work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, calibration, testing, and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation equipment


• Support troubleshooting of electrical circuits, control systems, PLCs, HMI’s, VFDs, power distribution, electric motors, control circuits, and instrumentation.


• Read and interpret basic electrical schematics, wiring diagrams


• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment (multimeters, loop calibrators, etc.)


• Observe and follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and electrical safety standards


• Perform preventive maintenance activities under supervision


• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and training hours


• Participate in classroom, online, or off-site technical training as required


• Maintain a clean and organized work area


• Progressively perform more complex tasks as skills and competencies develop

Apprenticeship Learning Areas

• Industrial electrical systems (AC/DC, motors, VFI’s, VFDs)


• Instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level devices)


• Control systems and PLC fundamentals


• Calibration techniques


• Troubleshooting and diagnostics


• Electrical and safety codes (NEC, NFPA, OSHA, site-specific standards)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED


• Basic math skills (algebra preferred)


• Mechanical and technical aptitude


• Willingness to learn and follow instructions


• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment


• Must pass post offer physical testing requirements

Preferred

• Enrolment in or completion of a technical/trade school program: Electromechanical, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical System Maintenance.


• Basic knowledge of electricity or electronics


• Previous manufacturing, maintenance, or construction experience


• Familiarity with hand and power tools

Training Commitment

• Apprentices must successfully complete all Company paid, required coursework, on-the-job training hours, and evaluations


• Attendance and active participation in training is mandatory

What we offer

• Vacation benefits begin after successfully completing probation


• Retention bonus of $1000!


• Paid on-the-job training


• Competitive Medical, dental, vision coverages


• Company provided life insurance and short-term disability


• Long-term disability, Critical Illness, & Accident insurance


• Competitive 401(K) plan - eligible to start 1st month following start of employment


• Starting wage $30.15 with potential raises every 6 months until Journeyman

Work Schedule and Location

• Work Schedule: 6a-2p during training, upon completion of apprenticeship candidate must be able to work rotating swing shift, 8-12 hours, including nights, weekends, and Holidays.


• Location: 515 W. Davenport St, Rhinelander WI

If you’re eager to learn and are looking for not just a job, but a career we want to invest in you. 

Apply today & start your career with Ahlstrom!

Ahlstrom is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which we are firmly bound. Ahlstrom will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with our company based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
 
About Us. Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders. Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments, along with the Performance Materials Cluster, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Our net sales in 2025 amounted to EUR 2.9 billion and we employ some 7,000 people.

Read more at www.ahlstrom.com.

Ahlstrom’s manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, must be adhered to, as applicable, to the position’s areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper.