Maintenance Tech 1

Johns Manville; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Johns Manville in Fernley, NV is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician I to troubleshoot equipment and keep a high‑performing manufacturing facility operating safely and efficiently. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, perform preventive maintenance, read schematics, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a safety‑first culture, with opportunity to grow across mechanical,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of industrial or multi-craft maintenance experience.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve technical problems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and identify root causes of failures.
• Install, modify, and maintain electrical components, wiring, controls, and conduit systems.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Work on pumps, gearboxes, motors, compressors, blowers, conveyors, valves, and rotating equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Help ensure safe, efficient operations through strong communication and teamwork.

Skills

Safety

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced work

Education

HS diploma

Tools

SAP maintenance systems

Industrial hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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 $34.77.

Maintenance Technician I

Keep Our Operations Running. Build Your Skills. Make an Impact.

At Johns Manville, we don’t just manufacture roofing products. We build solutions that protect homes, businesses, and communities across North America. We’re looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Technician I who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, solving problems, and helping keep a high‑performing manufacturing facility operating safely and efficiently.

If you have mechanical aptitude, enjoy working with electrical and industrial systems, and want to grow your skills in a stable manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be a key member of our operations team responsible for maintaining and improving the equipment that keeps our plant running.

You’ll:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability
• Troubleshoot production equipment and identify root causes of failures
• Install, modify, and maintain electrical components, wiring, controls, and conduit systems
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Work on pumps, gearboxes, motors, compressors, blowers, conveyors, valves, and rotating equipment
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Help ensure safe, efficient operations through strong communication and teamwork

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who enjoys hands‑on work and takes pride in fixing problems the right way.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of industrial or multi-craft maintenance experience
• Strong commitment to safety
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve technical problems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Technical Skills We Value

• Electrical troubleshooting (single-phase and three-phase systems)
• Mechanical repair and preventive maintenance
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Pipe fitting and basic fabrication
• Motors, pumps, gearboxes, reducers, seals, and rotating equipment
• Industrial hand tools and power tools
• Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies
• Preventive and predictive maintenance practices
• SAP maintenance systems experience

Bonus Experience

• 480V electrical systems
• NFPA 70E and Arc Flash safety practices
• Industrial heating and cooling systems
• Building maintenance systems
• Reliability‑centered maintenance programs

Why Join Johns Manville?

Work With Purpose

You’ll help maintain the equipment that produces industry‑leading roofing products used across the country.

Grow Your Career

Gain experience across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and reliability disciplines while working alongside experienced maintenance professionals.

Safety Comes First

We are committed to maintaining a strong safety culture where every employee goes home safe every day.

Team Environment

Join a collaborative team that values respect, accountability, continuous improvement, and doing things the right way.

Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds safely
• Bend, kneel, stoop, climb, and work overhead
• Work in varying temperatures and industrial conditions
• Work rotating 8‑hour or 12‑hour shift schedules
• Perform hands‑on maintenance tasks using tools and equipment

Join Johns Manville and help keep our operation running at its best.

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.