Senior Maintenance Technician

Jeld-Wen Inc.•Dodson, LA

37d

About The Position

The Senior Maintenance (Electrical) will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. Qualified applicants will be responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems. Applicant must be proactive in addressing different challenges and is willing to adapt, based on the business needs. JELD-WEN offers a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, disability, paid time off and holidays.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License
Equivalent to four (4) years of high school plus four (4) years of trades training
Five (5) plus years working in electrical maintenance and repair of manufacturing related plant equipment or other related commercial equipment
Requires comprehensive knowledge of electrical and associated electronic equipment, instruments, machinery, motors and transformers
Training and Utilization of Allen Bradley components and software
Extensive experience in PLC programming and HMI Panels
Critical thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills
Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment
Ability to balance multiple projects in an organized manner
Ability to work independently and in team environments
Working knowledge of MS Office productivity software
Proven trouble shooting abilities in multi-crafts
Working knowledge of high voltage
Travel as required to support projects. Travel time is paid
Willing and able to work a flexible schedule as needed
Willing to undergo a thorough background and drug screening process

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and replace defective electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components
Obtain measurements and readings using electrical and mechanical testing instruments, including digital multi meters, meggers, amp meters, ohm meters, and phase rotation meters
Perform a variety of other maintenance tasks, such as electrical preventative maintenance, tagout/ lock-out, disconnecting and removing motors, and responding to equipment down emergencies
Examine various electrical systems and make recommendations for new equipment, repairs, and modifications
Maintain records of maintenance and repair work; prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence
Draw and read electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and/or diagrams
Test and maintain electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms, and control systems to ensure proper working condition
Perform preventive maintenance (PM’s) on equipment
Repair and overhaul equipment to close tolerances with attention to detail
Effectively communicate with supervisor/machine operators on the root cause of machine issues
Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines at the component level
Able to collaboratively prioritize tasks by what will make the greatest impact on departmental goals
Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC, AC, and servo drives
Knowledgeable in calibrating analog and digital devices
Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders to perform required service maintenance, and electrical schematics
Knowledge of the National Electric Code as it pertains to the facility and machines within the plant
Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned on equipment