E&I Technician I

GAF • Newton, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The E&I Technician I is an entry-to-intermediate level role supporting maintenance and foundational troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the technician helps ensure safe operation of plant electrical infrastructure and assists Level II E&I Technicians with routine calibrations and repairs to support optimal plant performance.

The role is based at GAF’s new shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. During construction and commissioning, the technician may take on varied duties, travel to other GAF locations, and support facility design, construction, and startup activities before transitioning into the steady-state role. Startup and commissioning may initially require up to 50% travel; occasional travel may also be needed for conferences, site visits, professional development, or learning opportunities, with advance notice provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of industrial or mechanical maintenance experience in high-volume manufacturing operations; continuous-process experience is preferred in the posting.
• NFPA 70E certificate.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and teamwork skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to influence and lead others without direct authority, support continuous improvement, and consider others’ ideas and methods.
• Intermediate proficiency in G Suite.
• Foundational ability to read and interpret basic electrical schematics, loop sheets, and P&IDs.
• Entry-level familiarity with PLC-based control systems and ability to navigate SCADA interfaces for monitoring.
• Competency with multimeters, precision measuring equipment such as calipers and gauges, and basic hand tools for electrical tasks.
• Foundational knowledge of 480V three-phase systems and their controls.
• Working knowledge of HAZMAT, SDS, EPA, OSHA (LTV/Arc Flash), NEC, and NFPA requirements.
• Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions, apply common-sense understanding, and calculate basic tolerances.
• Ability to meet the physical and environmental demands described, including frequent lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and exposure to varied plant conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• Experience in continuous-process manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safe and clean work environment and make safety the highest priority.
• Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
• Follow safety policies and procedures; inspect plant areas and resolve safety deficiencies or communicate them appropriately.
• Troubleshoot, service, and repair basic plant electrical and control systems.
• Assist Level II technicians with installation and calibration of pneumatic, hydraulic, and digital industrial instrumentation.
• Diagnose and repair basic AC/DC motor issues and single-phase and three-phase power systems.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on equipment, facility infrastructure, and utilities.
• Document work in the CMMS, including labor, parts, and technical findings, to support maintenance planning.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and families.
• Family-building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Wellness program.
• Free financial coaching.
• Employee referral program.
• Product rebates for purchases for an employee’s primary residence.
• Internal training programs and courses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Vacation packages for full-time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED