Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Johns Manville Corp - Berkshire Hathaway; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Johns Manville in Ruston, LA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to install, repair and maintain machinery and equipment. This full-time role requires safe work practices, reliability and following established procedures.

The day-to-day involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and coordinating with production teams to minimize downtime. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to policy, and the ability to communicate mechanical issues clearly.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• One to three years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical preventative maintenance on equipment per schedule.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and identify root causes.
• Dismantle devices to access defective parts using hand and power tools.
• Maintain and test boiler, air compressors and plant systems.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

One-year certificate from college or technical school

Tools

SAP

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Ruston LA

R26_1652

Full time

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is $28.09.

This is based solely on experience. Pay will be one of the following:

Mechanic 1: $28.09

Mechanic 2: $31.72

About

This is a skilled labor position working to install, repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment. The job requires that the employee be able to work safely and follow safety rules. Employee must be dependable, able to follow instructions and directions, according to established operating procedures. The employee must perform the following duties while cooperating with all levels within the organization in support of the four Johns Manville core values:

People, Passion, Performance and Protection

Your Day to Day

• Be an active participant in the safety process and practice safe work habits at all times
• Must know and understand company policies, regulations, and procedures regarding employee conduct and attendance

• Expected to perform duties with direct guidance as needed
• Assist other maintenance personnel as needed
• Perform mechanical preventative maintenance according to an established schedule on all equipment. Inspect machinery, lubricate and make adjustments or repairs as needed and take faulty equipment out of operation until repaired
• Effectively troubleshoot all mechanical equipment to identify issues and take necessary corrective actions to repair, replace or rebuild
• Manage down time by coordinating with production department personnel on routine preventative and predictive maintenance techniques
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts using hand and power tools
• Fabricate repair parts using shop equipment (welding equipment, cutting equipment, machine tools)
• Maintain and test Boiler, CO2 House, Air Compressors, and plant critical systems
• Layout, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, and cooling for process systems
• Repair and/or replace limit switches
• Responsible for execution of MRO work orders which includes entering into SAP
• Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues when troubleshooting equipment/issues for internal customers
• Required to respond to call ins and work the call in request
• Must own tools and maintain the necessary tools and be proficient in their use and care
• Performs other duties as directed

What you bring to the team

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school (preferred) or one-year certificate from college or technical school; one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certificates accepted in lieu of experience
• Certificates include but not limited to
• Mechanic license or equivalent work experience
• Welding certificate or equivalent work experience
• Lathe certificate or equivalent work experience
• Forklift, Diesel Mechanic certificates or equivalent work experience
• Machinist certificate or equivalent work experience

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and communicate accurately with coworkers. The employee will frequently engage in repetitive motions. The employee must frequently, lift, push or pull 25 pounds and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Visual acuity is required to work around and with machinery including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job is in an industrial, manufacturing environment. The job requires working frequently around and with heavy machinery with moving mechanical parts, industrial ovens, and mobile equipment. The environment is not climate controlled and employees must be able to work in environments that may be extremely hot and humid or cold depending upon the operation and the season. Walking surfaces can be wet, dusty, and uneven. Areas of the building where work must be done have high noise levels, vibration, and/or fumes. Some working areas contain the presence of airborne particles which can irritate the skin or eyes. The manufacturing process involves toxic or caustic chemicals. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment which includes steel toed shoes, ear protection, eye protection in certain areas may be required to where dust masks, respirators, or head protection.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

About Us

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story.

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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