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GAF · 3 months ago

Mechanical Technician I

Ennis, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$32.78/hr - $32.78/hr

5+ years exp

GAF is a company that focuses on innovation and community support. They are seeking a Mechanical Technician I to perform technical and leadership responsibilities, including troubleshooting machine issues and mentoring less-experienced mechanics.

Building MaterialCommercialConstructionManufacturingReal EstateResidential

No H1B

Responsibilities

At a minimum, utilize or have a working knowledge of the skill sets and equipment listed below, which will be further developed through proper training and job experience:

Pneumatics and Hydraulics

Pipe Fitting

Welding

Pumps

Machinery Drives

Utilities: Have operating knowledge in the plant to include water, oil, natural gas, compressed air, and fire protection systems

Tools: Have good working knowledge of mechanical tools, hand, battery operated, and electric driven and safely uses the correct tool for each job

Safety: Is aware of safety hazards existing in an industrial facility. Always practices safe work habits and maintains a clean work area

Use computer systems such as Maximo and understand basic Windows navigation

Interact with peers, supervisors and managers in a cooperative and team oriented manner

Ensure that housekeeping is maintained and enhanced during the performance of all tasks

Ensure that a safe work environment is maintained and enhanced during the performance

Perform millwright work such as aligning a pump and motor with a dial indicator or laser system, install sheaves, belts, align equipment, check for squareness and belt tension

Install bearings and be able to perform all maintenance work required on bearings

Technical Responsibilities include:

Troubleshooting daily machine issues

Support medium and long-term expense and capital development projects

Have general mechanical expertise

Strong comprehension of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant

Leadership Responsibilities include:

Mentoring the less-experienced mechanics

Assist in setting the daily priorities and direction for the group

This individual will interact extensively with the production and maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant. As part of this they will be expected to generally work more closely with management than their less-experienced counterpart

Additional responsibilities to include:

Tasks associated with a Mechanic I level if specifically assigned as an effort to utilize available, knowledgeable resources for a given task or provide additional skill set training for developmental purposes

Once trained, the successful candidate will be subject to “on call” duty as needed

Qualification

PneumaticsHydraulicsWeldingTroubleshootingMechanical ExpertiseMaximo MMSSafety AwarenessLeadershipCommunication

Required

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Minimum of five (5) years related experience

Able to lift and handle up to 50 pounds

Able to climb and work at elevated heights

Able to learn and use computer software to utilize the Maximo MMS

Able to work around the chemicals and environment present in both the Shingle and Nonwoven Plants

Must be able to effectively communicate written and verbally

Benefits

We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.

Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.

Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.

Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.

We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.