Multicraft Technician

Job Description:



Introduction 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.



Team or Function Overview The Multi-Craft Technician will interact extensively with the Plant Engineer and Production Manager and Maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant. Multicraft Technicians support the RAS (Recycle Asphalt Shingle) operation and provides all day-to-day maintenance support for the plant.



Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

● Multicraft maintenance duties with a strong skill set in electrical.

● Familiar with all test equipment and common devices both mechanical and electrical.

● Ensure both preventative and reactive repairs and maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner to ensure continuous operation of RAS line

● Enter and update maintenance records in Maximo to accurately record hours worked, job completed and maintain correct spare part inventory

● Communicate with other production operators and leaders in a positive manner

● Complete and follow all required permits for the type of work being performed

● Must be willing to continue training and stay current on GAF’s HMI, PLC and troubleshooting requirements

● Assist in setting the daily priorities and direction for the group.

● This individual will interact extensively to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant.

● Tests and puts into service all electrical equipment that has been repaired, moved or recently installed; wires and maintains all buildings and structures including lighting fixtures; and troubleshoots all primary III phase (up to 480v) and secondary electrical systems and control circuits.

● Participates in diagnosis of actual or potential problems and in the necessary repairs.

● Participates in test runs of new and repaired machinery, lubricates and performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and performs piping work such as fitting and bending.



TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

● Interprets all electrical schematics and prints, and recommends updates to prints to reflect any modifications to equipment and maintains, installs or repairs all communication cables or wiring.

● Have operating knowledge in the plant to include water, oil, compressed air, and fire protection systems.

● Pneumatics and Hydraulics

● Fabricates parts as required using common hand and machine tools, makes power cable splices and works in the vicinity of energized electrical components.

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

● Commitment to produce and maintain a safe work environment for self and team and report and correct all deficiencies hindering that commitment.

● Knowledge of the National Electric Code

● Knowledge of electrical theoretical basics to include Ohm’s law, AC and DC motors, semiconductors, and combinational logic

● Proficient PC/Google Workspace

● Knowledge of and installation/problem solving experience with; common switches and sensors such as proximity, photoelectric, and mechanically activated devices

● Pressure and differential pressure switches

● Electric and pneumatic valve actuators

● Pressure and level sensors in process applications

● RTDs, thermocouples, and electric transmitters

● Handheld electric metering equipment (multimeter, ammeter, frequency meter)

● AC fixed speed motors (single and 3 phase), including motor control circuits

● AC and DC variable speed drives in standalone and system-line drive applications

● Common industrial lighting

● 480, 240, and 120V power equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, and MCPs with ratings and applications

● Proficient documentation abilities





Physical Demands

Must also be able to meet the minimum requirements below, with or without reasonable accommodation:

● Able to lift and handle 10 to 50 pounds.

● Ability to climb and work at elevated heights.



Under This Roof, We Require

● Minimum five (5) years electrical/electronic education and/ or equivalent industrial experience

● Knowledge of NFPA70E Electrical/ Arc Flash Safety principles

● Ability to travel up to 25% for the first 6 months



Under This Roof, We Also Value

● RSLogix experience

● Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLC preferred

● Knowledge of Industrial Network protocols (Ethernet, Controlnet)



How We Protect What Matters Most

● 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, 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 put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.



GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).