Maintenance Technician

Owens Corning; Dallas (NC); On-site; USD 32,959 - 46,941; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning is looking for a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician in Dallas, NC. This role requires executing maintenance to ensure efficient operations, focusing on safety and equipment upkeep across the facility.

The ideal candidate should possess skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance, be proactive in safety adherence, and exhibit strong teamwork capabilities. A high school diploma is required while secondary education in a relevant field is preferred.

We offer competitive hourly pay and a dynamic work environment that encourages growth and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical industrial maintenance.
• Proficient in basic computer functions.
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance service requests on manufacturing equipment.
• Achieve productivity goals and minimize downtime.
• Work collaboratively with team members to solve problems.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Secondary education in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Forklift operation

Job description

Overview

The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician is responsible for executing maintenance work to maintain efficient operations; maintain, install, remove, construct, and repair facility and equipment. They will be responsible for the upkeep of the facility’s manufacturing equipment and other related physical assets. The maintenance technician is a key contributor to the continuous improvement of critical plant performance metrics in the areas of safety, productivity, cost, quality, and sustainability. This position requires skills in electrical and mechanical disciplines, as well as the abilities to work as a team player across all functions and levels of the business.

Reports to

Maintenance Supervisor

Span of Control

None

Shift

Rotating days – (4 days 6:45a-7p; 4 off)

Pay

$29.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities

Live the Owens Corning Safety Stand

• Adherence to Safety Rules: Follow all safety rules, procedures, and reporting policies for the plant, including lockout procedures, safety signs, and documentation. Working safely is a condition of employment.
• Commitment to Safety Standards: Take ownership and commit to safety standards each day, ensuring the proper handling of chemicals within your area of responsibility.
• Use of PPE: Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Reporting and Accountability: Promptly report all safety concerns and incidents, and hold teammates accountable for maintaining safety standards.

Primary Process Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repairs: Complete all maintenance service requests, maintain and repair manufacturing equipment and facilities using mechanical, electrical, and other related trades to ensure optimal operation.
• Productivity and Efficiency: Achieve productivity goals, minimize downtime through preventative maintenance, and meet committed downtimes by turning over properly functioning equipment.
• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Perform work tasks from SAP-generated descriptions and orders, efficiently troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve mechanical and electrical issues throughout the plant.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility to perform various job roles within the maintenance department, work with engineering drawings, electrical diagrams, sketches, and other documents.
• Safety and Standards: Maintain adherence to 5S standards, participate in safety, quality, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and housekeeping programs, and often work from heights or within confined spaces.
• Goal-Oriented Actions: Establish goals, prioritize and organize actions, timelines, and resources, and act decisively with a strong sense of urgency to ensure follow-through of established goals.

Collaborate and Foster Teamwork

• Team Collaboration: Works closely with team members and internal customers to achieve plant goals and promote team-based problem solving.
• Training and Onboarding: Provides maintenance training and assists with the onboarding of new employees.
• Problem Solving: Actively contributes to troubleshooting and utilizes engineering support to solve problems at the root cause.
• Continuous Improvement: Engages in team discussions and proactively implements actions to prevent reoccurrence of issues.

Seek Continual Learning, Growth, and Improvement for Self and Team

• Proactive and Results-Oriented: Acts decisively with a strong sense of urgency, focusing on achieving goals and going the extra mile when needed.
• Innovative and Independent: Exhibits ownership of projects with a solution-focused and innovative approach.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggests improvements and shares knowledge to benefit the team.
• Positive and Adaptable: Readily accepts challenges with an optimistic attitude and a can-do approach, continuously updating skills and knowledge.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Mechanical and electrical industrial maintenance experience
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
• Must be drug and alcohol free

Preferred Experience

• Secondary education in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot problems control related systems

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in basic computer functions, including email, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project (preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, work well in a team environment, and provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Competent in mathematical calculations (arithmetic, algebra, geometry) and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues
• Comfortable working from heights and in confined spaces, and able to operate a forklift
• Excellent welding abilities (MIG, Stick, TIG preferred)
• High aptitude in mechanical, electrical, and controls, including hydraulic troubleshooting, repair, and improvement
• Champion of 5S practices, with a strong safety record, attendance record, and integrity
• Able to read technical prints and documents, and write, edit, and evaluate standard work
• Willing to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime