Maintenance Electrician

About this role

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for safely completing a wide range of tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and must be proficient in mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance in a manufacturing setting. Responsible for assigned preventative maintenance work orders and repairs to electrical systems and mechanical equipment in the plant. Daily requirements will include skills such as fabricating, welding, machining, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.

The Maintenance Electrician supports the production of high-quality commercial roofing products, with a sense of urgency and accountability for equipment uptime. This employee thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities and is able to make recommendations to improve the overall performance of plant equipment. The Maintenance Electrician will interact and communicate effectively with all GAF employees with a positive, customer-focused attitude.

Core Schedule • Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM (10-hour shifts, 40+ hours per week). • Mandatory Overtime: High volume of mandatory overtime is required; a high degree of schedule flexibility is essential. • On-Call Rotation: Must participate in a weekly rotating on-call schedule covering both day and night emergencies to support a lean team of 3-4 technicians. • Seasonal/Product Line Demand: Ability to work night shifts 2 to 3 times annually based on product line schedules.

Essential Duties • Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot industrial equipment, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems with minimal supervision • Complete assigned preventative maintenance work orders on facilities, electrical systems, mechanical systems, equipment, and components • Install and/or replace new or reconditioned parts as needed • Work safely and assume responsibility for safety of self and others • Follow all safety rules and policies including LOTO, maintenance work permits, PPE, JSAs and JSOs • Ensure that excellent housekeeping is maintained and enhanced during the performance of all tasks • Dismantle and make necessary repairs to such equipment as pumps, motors, chains, sprockets, bearing couple alignment, and other components • Able to follow and understand mechanical sketches, drawing and prints; able to locate and understand information contained in equipment manuals • Diagnose actual and potential problems, make necessary repairs, and test new and repaired machinery • Support engineering projects as directed, including those with corporate and local contractor services • Use the appropriate test instruments to diagnose and locate equipment malfunctions • Tests and puts into service all electrical equipment that has been repaired, moved or recently installed • Wire and maintain all buildings and structures including lighting and fixtures • Troubleshoots all primary (up to 480v) and secondary electrical systems and control circuits • Keep storeroom organized and maintain inventory counts per established procedures; assist with inventory audits as needed • Inform Maintenance Supervisor of progress and concerns related to job assignments, plant condition, equipment status, and safety conditions • Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records in Maximo while completing all required written and electronic documentation including work orders and labor hours • Prepares for shift startup by reviewing shift notes, outgoing employee observations, e-mails, log books and other department data • When not engaged in regular duties, perform other work as assigned

Qualifications Required • H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required • Minimum 3 years industrial maintenance experience; extrusion or rigid insulation manufacturing environment helpful • Self-Motivated, responsible, enthusiastic, trustworthy and a positive attitude • Physical capability and stamina to fit workplace demands • Flexible, patient and open-minded; willingness to seek assistance and collaborate with others • Comfortable with PC-based office software and other common applications; Google Suite preferred

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Ability to respond to requests in a professional and timely manner • Independent problem-solving skills • Electrical troubleshooting skills and a solid understanding of electrical safety • Able to use hand tools, power tools and materials required for job • Working knowledge of lubrication and types of lubricants for specific applications • Strong work ethic including attendance, safety and performance and a desire for self-improvement

Physical Demands • Stationary Position - Frequently • Move/Traverse - Constantly • Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently • Transport/Lifting - Frequently • Transport/Carrying - Frequently • Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently • Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently • Ascend/Descend - Occasionally • Balancing - Frequently • Position Self/Stooping - Frequently • Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently • Position Self/Crouching - Frequently • Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally • Reaching - Frequently • Handling - Frequently • Grasping - Frequently • Feeling - Frequently • Communicate/Talking - Constantly • Communicate/Hearing - Constantly • Repetitive Motions - Constantly • Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions • Extreme c

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