Maintenance Technician II

Maintenance Technician II page is loaded## Maintenance Technician IIlocations: Newton, KStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 26448#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.**About GAF - Newton, Kansas**Newton is a vibrant Kansas community founded in 1871 on a spirit of work, from its earliest days as a railroad, agriculture and cattle drive hub. With a population of about 20,000, Newton and neighboring North Newton features an active arts community, three National Historic Districts, a variety of museums, trails, restaurants, shops and attractions, Bethel College, award winning school districts, a championship golf course, first-class convention center and many other amenities. This collaborative region is close to dynamic Wichita and may be the next best place for you to call home, in GAF's newest \"Field of Dreams!\"**New Plant, New Opportunities**If you haven't been part of a greenfield startup, now is your chance. GAF is the North American leader in residential roofing materials. We are honored to be constructing our newest shingle manufacturing facility in Newton KS and hiring is underway as we build our initial plant leadership team. Due to our investment in training and the development of employees, you will have the opportunity to travel to our other locations, engage with peers, support the hiring of plant staff and participate in the design and construction of the facility. Expect your first years to be rewarding and challenging with an amazing team fully supporting you. You will wear many hats during the construction and commissioning phases of the project, and ease into your steady role over time.**Job Summary**The Multicraft Technician II is responsible for safely completing a wide range of advanced multicraft tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor 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 supports the production of high quality commercial roofing 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 will interact and communicate effectively with all GAF employees with a positive, customer focused attitude.**Essential Duties*** Provide advanced maintenance support and PM's of equipment for the Plant site.* This includes troubleshooting, working from blueprints and schematics as related to machine drives and conveying systems in a high production line environment.* Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner (includes documenting work performed in Maximo and closing out order).* Performs root cause failure analysis on manufacturing and maintenance equipment.* Read instructions, blue prints and manuals, and use any meters, hand tools and shop equipment to perform the required job tasks.* Performs skilled maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and other physical structures.* May drywall and plaster, lay bricks, or repair plumbing fixtures.* 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/trains, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, welding and assembly of parts and materials.* Perform all phases of welding including MIG Rod.* Work on pipe systems, which would involve repairing, modifying, and installing systems.* Troubleshoot process control ladder logic and variable frequency drives (VFDs).Performs preventative analysis testing on manufacturing equipment like vibration analysis, lubrication, infrared thermography and ultrasound analysis.* Maintains proper lube storage, including 5S standard storage locations.* Perform preventive and predictive maintenance assignments.* Work with other members of the maintenance department on mechanical and electrical projects, work orders and line calls.* Working knowledge of 480v systems and their respective controls, ability to use and read multimeter. Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix Controllers / RS Logix 5000.Operate a manual mill and lathe. Involved in planned and unplanned maintenance work and jobs for both daily and maintenance outages.* 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.* Stay in compliance with safety policies and procedures, conduct inspections of plant areas, and ensure deficiencies found are resolved or appropriately communicated.* Continue to grow, becoming well trained, involved, and committed to meeting department expectations including following all safety requirements.**Qualifications Required*** H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required* Associate's Degree Preferred* A minimum of 3 years industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience required.* 3+ years Industrial maintenance experience in high volume manufacturing operation, preferably continuous process* Experience troubleshooting and repair of mechanical power trains, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, welding and assembly of parts and materials.* A working knowledge of 480v systems and their respective controls, ability to use and read multimeter.* Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix Controllers / RSLogix 5000 Software a definite plus.* Ability to operate a manual mill and lathe.* NFPA 70e Certificate preferred.* Possesses advanced knowledge of mechanical and facilities repair and maintenance.* 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.* Must be able to perform millwright work such as aligning a pump and motor, install sheaves, belts, align equipment, check for proper alignment and belt tension.* Perform all phases of welding including MIG, and Rod. Work on pipe systems, which would involve repairing, modifying, fabricating and installing new systems.* Experience 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. Must have a good safety and attendance record, and be willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary.* Industrial Maintenance Preferred**Physical Demands*** Stationary Position - Frequently* Move/Traverse - Frequently* #J-18808-Ljbffr