Multicraft Technician I

About the role

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for providing general maintenance support and PM's of equipment for the Plant. This includes troubleshooting, working from blueprints and schematics as related to machine drives and conveying systems in a high production line environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner (includes documenting work performed in Maximo and closing out order).
• Read instructions, blue prints and manuals, and use any meters, hand tools and shop equipment to perform the required job tasks.
• Perform millwright work such as aligning a pump and motor, install sheaves, belts, align equipment, check for proper alignment and belt tension.
• Troubleshoot, repair/replace power transmission, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Perform all phases of welding including MIG Rod. Work on pipe systems, which would involve repairing, modifying, and installing systems.
• Familiar with troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance assignments.
• Work with other members of the maintenance department on mechanical and electrical projects, work orders and line calls.
• Provide on-the-spot, on-the-job equipment-related expertise and technical guidance.
• Enhance communication and coordination between maintenance and other departments, especially the production department.
• Provide input and feedback to the maintenance planner and storeroom personnel to refine/finalize labor, parts, priorities and methods.
• Ensure safety, quality, timeliness, cost and thoroughness of work performed.
• Responds as a First call-in contact for maintenance emergencies.
• Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
• Provide a safe workplace through adherence to company safety policy, housekeeping and defined standards of training.
• Continue to grow, becoming well trained, involved, and committed to meeting department expectations including following all safety requirements.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 3 years industrial or mechanical maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 3 years Industrial maintenance experience in a high volume manufacturing operation, preferably continuous process.
• Must be able to read instructions, blue prints and manuals, and use any meters, hand tools and shop equipment to perform the required job tasks.
• Basic experience troubleshooting and repair/replace of mechanical power transmission, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, welding and assembly of parts and materials.
• Perform all phases of welding including MIG, and Rod. Work on pipe systems, which would involve repairing, modifying, and installing systems.
• Familiar with PLC systems including ability to troubleshoot process control ladder logic.
• Familiar with troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Must have a good safety and attendance record, and be willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary.

Qualifications

• Required: H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Required: Minimum of 3 years industrial or mechanical maintenance experience.
• Required: Minimum of 3 years Industrial maintenance experience in a high volume manufacturing operation, preferably continuous process.
• Required: Must be able to read instructions, blue prints and manuals, and use any meters, hand tools and shop equipment to perform the required job tasks.
• Required: Basic experience troubleshooting and repair/replace of mechanical power transmission, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, welding and assembly of parts and materials.
• Required: Perform all phases of welding including MIG, and Rod. Work on pipe systems, which would involve repairing, modifying, and installing systems.
• Required: Familiar with PLC systems including ability to troubleshoot process control ladder logic.
• Required: Familiar with troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Required: Must have a good safety and attendance record, and be willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary.

Skills

• Entry knowledge of manufacturing and maintenance equipment.
• Entry skills in reading technical documentation (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic schematics, P&IDs).
• Entry familiarity with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedure.
• Entry knowledge of reliability maintenance.
• Entry understanding of CMMS system.
• Entry finite math and analytical skills.
• Entry capability to handle fabrication project.
• Entry experience with preventive and predictive maintenance program implementation.

Benefits

• Health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• A robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
• GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
• We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.