Mechanic - TAD

About the role

The Asphalt Plant Mechanic is responsible for maintaining equipment in the plant in a safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant condition. This includes performing emergency/unscheduled repairs, assisting operators with complex repairs, completing preventive maintenance tasks, and troubleshooting equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Must be available and respond to trouble calls on weekends and after hours.
• Performs emergency/unscheduled repairs and scheduled maintenance repairs during machine service.
• Assists operators with more complicated repairs and adjustments requiring precision skills.
• Completes all reports and transactions required to document work in SAP.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks and inspections as required.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required work.
• Fabricates and welds as needed to specifications.
• Performs building maintenance as needed (lights, exhaust fans, painting, etc.).
• Troubleshoots equipment issues by analyzing problems and identifying root causes.
• Repairs, maintains, and troubleshoots pumps, valves, pipes, burners, filter systems, agitators, blowers, check valves, PRDs, pipe insulation, steam traps, and fans.
• Uses hand tools, special tools, and test equipment accurately and safely.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate shop equipment.
• Reviews and creates job hazard analyses.
• Provides technical and operational support as needed.
• Follows oral and written communication instructions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associate degree preferred.
• Qualified Lift Truck / Bobcat Operator.
• Knowledge of mechanical repairs, welding, electrical including PLC and electronic drives, fabrication, plumbing, etc.
• Ability to take precision measurements.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance craft skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (SAP, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge of safe work procedures.
• Self-starter, motivated, and goal-oriented. Able to demonstrate good leadership skills, risk management ability, and high stress tolerance.

Key Competencies

• Decision Making
• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Safety Awareness & Proactiveness
• Work Standards / Quality
• Process Knowledge
• Contributing to Team Success
• Managing Work / Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Focus

Physical Demands

• Full range of motion: Full, some bending, lifting, and standing for 8–12 hour period.
• Lifting capacity: Must be capable of lifting minimum of 40 pounds.
• Sitting/Standing/Climbing: Standing for 12 hours daily, and moving up and down stairs and working at elevated heights.

Safety Responsibilities

• Operating under the premise that “Our commitment to safety is unconditional.”
• Participating in work area self-inspections and accident investigations.
• Recommend corrective actions to make the workplace safer.
• Promote safety training and awareness by taking an active part in identifying safety education needs.
• Health and safety during meetings, at work stations, and in our daily lives.
• Safe workplaces.
• Setting a positive example for others.
• Reporting all accidents and near misses.
• Completing all safety tasks and training on time.
• Complying with all safety rules and without exception.
• Refusing to operate any defective, questionable, or homemade equipment/tools.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.