Multicraft Technician

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary

The Multicraft Technician III is responsible for safely completing a wide range of advanced multicraft tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor/Maintenance Manager and must be proficient in mechanical, electrical and facility maintenance in a manufacturing setting. Responsible for assigned preventative maintenance work orders and repairs to electrical systems and mechanical equipment in the plant. Daily requirements will include skills such as fabricating, welding, machining, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. The Maintenance Technician III supports the production of high quality products, with a sense of urgency and accountability for equipment uptime. This employee thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities and is able to make recommendations to improve the overall performance of plant equipment. The Maintenance Technician III will interact and communicate effectively with all GAF employees with a positive, customer focused attitude.

Essential Duties

• Within the MAXIMO Asset Management Software (CMMS) , develop work orders details, and add supporting documentation, reports, tests plans, & schedules.
• Adheres to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures while actively participating in the safety program.
• Advanced knowledge of lubrication for plant equipment.

Advanced knowledge of vibration analysis.

Advanced knowledge of infrared thermography and ultrasound analysis.

Advanced knowledge of job plans for lubrication, vibration analysis, infrared thermography and ultrasound.

• Direct knowledge of optimum lube inventory levels and tracks usage.

Maintains proper lube storage, including 5S standard of storage location.

• Creates and prioritizes corrective work orders based upon inspection while performing tasks.
• Performs root-cause failure analysis and ability to lead RCA teams.
• Understands how to follow mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and P&ID drawings, sketches, plans, layouts, and instructions.
• Understands how to start up and shut down production equipment.
• Direct knowledge of how each segment of the manufacturing process works.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards in all work areas.
• Develops the continued improvement of production equipment, operation, process, safety, and maintenance programs in conjunction with Operations.

Develops the preventative and predictive maintenance procedures.

• Troubleshoots, installs, aligns, dismantles, repairs, and maintains industrial machinery, mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, pneumatic systems, control devices, hydraulic equipment, circuits, components, instrumentation, and Utility equipment.
• Installs and repairs mechanical drives, pumps, fans, chains, sprockets, gearboxes, belts, and couplings.
• Advanced welding skills using oxy acetylene, MIG, TIG, & arc welding processes.
• Tests performance of repaired equipment and communicates results with operators.
• Adjusts functional parts of the equipment and control instruments.
• Performs daily preventative maintenance on the equipment, facility, infrastructure, & utilities.
• Ensures equipment/plant safety devices are operational.
• Maintains accurate maintenance logs including labor hours and critical preventive maintenance findings.
• Uses pipefitting skills to weld, cut, fit, maintain, and install piping throughout the facility.
• Uses problem solving methods to identify the root cause and eliminate failures.
• Has a working knowledge and understanding of HAZMAT, SDS, EPA, OSHA, NEC, and NFPA requirements.
• Attends Operations meetings to catalog current maintenance issues.
• Performs periodic proactive asset strategies, such as maintenance routes, preventative maintenance, and other tasks to improve reliability and uptime.
• Direct knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance strategies.
• Utilizes Allen Bradley ControLogix 5000 software (in a view-only mode) to troubleshoot, repair, & maintain the instrument/electrical, control, & communication systems.
• Utilizes Allen Bradley Drive Tools software to maintain, Install, configure, set-up parameters, and establish communication with VFD's.
• Promotes the development of the Operator Interface software (Wonderware) for the purposes of maintenance, machine health, and reliability.
• Ability to work with a proactive mindset and take ownership of equipment/machine condition

Qualifications Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

• 5+ years working experience in an industrial maintenance manufacturing environment or equivalent experience.

• Competent with the use of Personal Computers, with sound understanding and utilization of Google APPS, and MAXIMO/CMMS Asset Management Software.

• Troubleshooting skills for mechanical, instrument, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, controls, and Utility equipment.

• AC/DC motor repair/replacement for single phase, and 3-phase power.

• Maintenance tools used while working on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and Utility systems.

• Sound knowledge of instrument/electrical/control/communication principles.

• Repair/replace instruments and electrical devices.

• Fabrication with metal and the welding process using oxy acetylene, MIG, TIG, & arc welding tools.

• Pump & fan theory, repair, & replacement.

• Instrument/electrical components & how they work/communicate.

• Capable of using calipers, gauges, micrometers, and related measuring equipment.

• Comprehension and use of technical manuals.

• Strong understanding of the mechanical, instrument, electrical, utilities, and control system architecture.

• Understands how PLC controllers function to control the process.

• Understands the Operator Interface's role in controlling the process.

• Use of SPC (statistical process control) charts, graphs, and data for increased reliability.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to work under limited supervision, and self-motivated.

• Excellent organization skills.

• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization.

• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position- Frequently
• Move/Traverse- Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated- Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting- Frequently
• Transport/Carrying- Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pushing- Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pulling- Frequently
• Ascend/Descend- Frequently
• Balancing- Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping- Frequently
• Position Self/Kneeling- Frequently
• Position Self/Crouching- Frequently
• Position Self/Crawling- Frequently
• Reaching- Constantly
• Handling- Constantly
• Grasping- Frequently
• Feeling- Rarely
• Communicate/Talking- Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing- Frequently
• Repetitive Motions- Frequently
• Coordination- Frequently
• Climbing- Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold- Frequently
• Extreme heat- Frequently
• Humid- Frequently
• Wet- Frequently
• Noise- Frequently
• Hazards- Frequently
• Temperature Change- Frequently
• Atmospheric Conditions- Rarely
• Vibration- Frequently

Dimensions

Number of Indirect Reports: 0

Number of Direct Reports: 0Travel Requirements: 5% Potential Travel for training or lean events

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Hourly Rate: $46.87

How We Protect What Matters Most:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. 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. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

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. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).