Multicraft Technician II

GAF • New Columbia, PA

5d

About The Position

The Multicraft Technician II safely performs advanced maintenance tasks in a manufacturing setting and is proficient in mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this role handles assigned preventive maintenance work orders and repairs to plant electrical systems and mechanical equipment. Daily work may include fabrication, welding, machining, and electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. The technician supports production of commercial roofing products, prioritizing equipment uptime, safety, quality, service, and cost, and recommends improvements to plant equipment performance. The position requires effective communication and a positive, customer-focused approach when working with GAF employees.

The technician provides advanced maintenance and preventive-maintenance support for plant equipment, troubleshoots manufacturing systems, completes and documents work orders in Maximo, and conducts root-cause analysis. Work includes mechanical, electrical, HVAC, facility, millwright, pipe-system, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs; welding; and preventive and predictive maintenance. The role also provides technical guidance, coordinates with production and maintenance colleagues, supports planned and unplanned maintenance and outages, and contributes to safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.

The job requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience. An associate’s degree is preferred. The employee must be willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary and maintain a good safety and attendance record. The listed base hourly rate is $42.38. GAF describes benefits including health insurance options, family-building benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, wellness and financial coaching programs, referral program, product rebates, internal training, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• At least 3 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical power trains, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and welding and assembly of parts and materials.
• Working knowledge of 480 V systems and their controls, and ability to use and read a multimeter.
• Ability to operate a manual mill and lathe.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical and facilities repair and maintenance.
• Ability to read instructions, blueprints, and manuals and use meters, hand tools, and shop equipment.
• Ability to perform millwright work, including pump and motor alignment, installing sheaves and belts, and checking equipment alignment and belt tension.
• Ability to perform welding, including MIG and rod welding, and repair, modify, fabricate, and install pipe systems.
• Experience troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Ability to perform preventive and predictive maintenance and work with other maintenance department members on projects, work orders, and line calls.
• Good safety and attendance record.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation, preferably a continuous-process environment.
• Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix Controllers / RSLogix 5000 software.
• NFPA 70e Certificate.
• Industrial maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced maintenance support and preventive maintenance for plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment using blueprints and schematics, including machine drives and conveying systems in a high-production-line environment.
• Complete assigned work orders promptly, document work in Maximo, and close out orders.
• Perform root-cause failure analysis on manufacturing and maintenance equipment.
• Read instructions, blueprints, and manuals, and use meters, hand tools, and shop equipment to perform job tasks.
• Perform skilled maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems, HVAC, and other physical structures; work may also include drywall, plaster, brickwork, or plumbing-fixture repairs.
• Perform millwright work, including aligning pumps, motors, and equipment; installing sheaves and belts; and checking alignment and belt tension.
• Troubleshoot, repair, or replace power transmission trains, pneumatic and hydraulic systems; weld and assemble parts and materials.
• Perform welding, including MIG and rod welding, and repair, modify, fabricate, and install pipe systems.
• Troubleshoot process-control ladder logic and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Perform preventive-analysis testing such as vibration analysis, lubrication analysis, infrared thermography, and ultrasound analysis.
• Maintain proper lubricant storage, including 5S-standard storage locations.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance assignments and support mechanical and electrical projects, work orders, and line calls.
• Work with planned and unplanned maintenance tasks and jobs during daily operations and maintenance outages.
• Provide on-the-spot equipment expertise and technical guidance.
• Coordinate with maintenance and other departments, especially production; provide input to the maintenance planner and storeroom personnel on labor, parts, priorities, and methods.
• Ensure work is safe, high-quality, timely, cost-conscious, and thorough.
• Serve as a first call-in contact for maintenance emergencies.
• Participate in safety, continuous-improvement, and 5S initiatives; follow safety policies, maintain housekeeping and training standards, inspect plant areas, and address or communicate deficiencies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and their families.
• Family-building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood journeys.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Wellness program.
• Free financial coaching.
• Referral program.
• Product rebates for purchases for an employee’s primary residence.
• Internal training programs and courses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary, benefits, 401(k), and vacation packages for full-time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

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