Maintenance Technician, 1st Shift

Owens Corning; Stokesdale (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability)

401(k)

Liberal paid time off

Job summary

Owens Corning in Stokesdale, NC is searching for a Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift. This on-site position involves providing support for production operations and leading maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, good mechanical skills, and the ability to effectively communicate. A substantial benefits package is offered along with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of technical training or 5+ years related experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of one or more skilled maintenance disciplines.
• Prior Lockout/Tagout experience required.

Responsibilities

• Use basic and advanced hand tools and power tools.
• Drive a forklift and use lifting equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Technical training

Mechanical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

2 years of technical training or 5+ years related experience

Tools

Basic and advanced hand tools

Forklift

Basic and advanced power tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift

Location: Stokesdale, NC, US, 27357

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 69226

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401(k), liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program, and more.

Work Location & Shifts

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Monday‑Friday; overtime as needed.

Job Summary

Provide support of production operations and lead complex maintenance activities with the assistance of other team members. Provide mentorship to more junior technicians to advance their abilities and improve the overall maintenance department skill set.

Responsibilities

• Use basic and advanced hand tools (gear pullers, honing/lapping tools, precision levels and alignment tools, etc.)
• Use basic and advanced power tools (hydraulic power jacks, belt lacing machines, mag drills, etc.)
• Use basic and moderately advanced measuring devices
• Drive a forklift
• Use lifting equipment (hoists, boom cranes, cherry pickers, scissor lifts, etc.)
• Use standard shop equipment (bandsaw, hydraulic press, lathe, mill, brake/shear, etc.)
• Work in confined or tight spaces
• Read and understand mechanical and wiring interconnect drawings, and service manuals
• Basic troubleshooting of motion controls, electrical & electronic circuits, and sensors
• Understand general facility and equipment maintenance (plumbing, electrical, construction, rigging, anchoring, cabinetry, etc.)
• Provide a collection of standard hand tools for daily use and a storage container to secure them
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks: machine lubrication, adjustments and alignments, part repairs, general safety, operational checks, etc.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex manufacturing equipment with minimal instruction or supervision
• Proficient in machining, welding, fabrication, or a specialized related trade, etc.
• Service and overhaul basic and some advanced components (air/hydraulic cylinders/motors, valve assemblies, pumps, motion elements, supporting sub‑systems, etc.)
• Prioritize outages and tasks while multitasking
• Analyze and resolve issues with minimal assistance
• Complete paperwork neatly and accurately
• Lead complex maintenance activities and projects and train or mentor other team members as necessary
• Work on equipment with safety as the top priority
• Work various shifts and overtime as required with little notice to meet production demands
• Work efficiently and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Work safely in compliance with company and OSHA safety guidelines
• Keep a clean organized work area

What Makes a Successful OC Stokesdale Team Member

Must haves include:

• 2 years of technical training or 5+ years related experience required
• Advanced knowledge of one or more skilled maintenance disciplines such as complex mechanical devices/systems, electrical controls, electronics, PLC programming and troubleshooting, sensors/sensing, etc.
• Prior Lockout/Tagout experience
• Basic computer skills
• Good mechanical skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others (written or verbally)

Would be terrific if you also had:

• Basic PLC coding and programming knowledge is a plus
• Experience in HVAC, compressed air, dust collection, and electrical distribution are pluses

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs, stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk and climb stairs
• Comfortable working at heights over 30 ft indoors or outdoors under conditions of high heat or extreme cold and wind
• Exposure to normal factory environment: dust, heat, and noise. Candidate must be able to withstand heat more than 95 degrees.
• Be exposed to wood dust and aluminum with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.