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 Maintenance Technician 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 Statesboro ISO Plant.

• 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.

Under This Roof, We Require:

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• 3 years industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience required.
• 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.
• Ability to operate a manual mill and lathe.
• 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.

Under This Roof, We Value:

• Associate’s Degree or Trade School Certifications/Apprenticeship preferred
• Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix Controllers / RSLogix 5000 Software a definite plus.
• NFPA 70e Certificate preferred

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 put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

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 and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of 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).