Maintenance Tech 3

Johns Manville Corp - Berkshire Hathaway; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 4,959,000 - 5,841,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Johns Manville, a Berkshire Hathaway company, seeks a Maintenance Technician III to keep our Fernley facility running safely and efficiently. You will work on producing roofing materials and supporting continuous improvement initiatives, diagnosing complex equipment issues, and mentoring peers.

You should be proficient with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and PLC systems, and capable of supporting uptime and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4-7 years of industrial multi-craft maintenance experience.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, heating, and cooling systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Multi-craft maintenance

Safety focused

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

VFDs

Electrical systems

Job description

Maintenance Tech 3

Fernley NV | Fernley NV

R26_1708

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 $38.65.

Maintenance Technician III

Johns Manville | Manufacturing Operations

Build. Troubleshoot. Improve. Make an Impact Every Day.

At Johns Manville, we're more than a manufacturing company. We're a team committed to safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and supporting one another. As a Maintenance Technician III, you'll play a critical role in keeping our operation running safely and efficiently while helping produce the roofing materials that protect homes and businesses across North America.

If you're a highly skilled maintenance professional who enjoys solving complex problems, working with advanced industrial equipment, and making a visible impact on production performance, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Johns Manville?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Stable, industry-leading company with a strong safety culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Continuous training and skill development
• Collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued
• Opportunity to work with advanced electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and process systems

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician III, you will be a trusted technical resource responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production and facility equipment. Your expertise will help maximize uptime, improve reliability, and ensure a safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, heating, and cooling systems
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Install, maintain, and modify electrical systems, conduit, controls, and power distribution equipment
• Troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, motors, and industrial control systems
• Repair and maintain pumps, gearboxes, compressors, blowers, valves, reducers, seals, and rotating equipment
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance programs
• Participate in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support plant reliability and machine uptime goals
• Provide technical recommendations to improve equipment performance, safety, and efficiency
• Train and mentor teammates on equipment and maintenance best practices
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate equipment status effectively
• Support daily housekeeping and maintain a clean, organized work area

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Qualified as a Maintenance Technician II or equivalent experience
• 4-7 years of industrial multi-craft maintenance experience
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Intermediate computer skills

Technical Expertise

We're looking for technicians with advanced knowledge and hands-on experience in:

• Electrical systems (single-phase and three-phase)
• 480V industrial power distribution systems
• NFPA 70E and arc-flash safe work practices
• Mechanical systems and rotating equipment
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• PLC troubleshooting
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Pipefitting and fabrication
• Industrial maintenance shop equipment and machinery
• Lockout/Tagout (Lock, Tag, Clear, Try) procedures
• Process heating and cooling systems
• Building systems including HVAC, lighting, and fire alarm systems

The Ideal Candidate

You are a hands-on problem solver who:

• Takes ownership of equipment reliability and plant performance
• Thrives on diagnosing and solving technical challenges
• Continuously looks for ways to improve processes and equipment
• Communicates effectively with operators, peers, engineering, and leadership
• Embraces change, new technology, and ongoing learning
• Leads through expertise, teamwork, and accountability

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds safely
• Bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and work in varying positions
• Work in hot, cold, dusty, and industrial manufacturing environments
• Work rotating 8-hour or 12-hour shifts as required
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment regularly

Join a Team That Values Your Expertise

At Johns Manville, maintenance professionals are essential to our success. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging equipment, contribute to continuous improvement efforts, and help drive operational excellence in a safety-first culture.

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.

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