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GAF Mechanical Technician in Ennis, Texas
Job Description:
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 primary function of the Mechanic I is to perform all tasks and duties in a safe manner as trained by plant management per EHS direction for site policies and OSHA standards. The Mechanic I will have both technical and leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have established advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose/solve daily machine issues as well as support medium and long-term expense and capital development projects. They will have general mechanical expertise as well as a strong understanding of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant. Their leadership skills will be utilized by mentoring the less-experienced mechanics and helping set the daily priorities and direction for the group. They will report to a maintenance supervisor who will set their longer-term goals/priorities when necessary. This individual will interact extensively with the production and maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant.
Essential Duties
At a minimum, utilize or have a working knowledge of the skill sets and equipment listed below, which will be further developed through proper training and job experience:
Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Pipe Fitting
Welding
Pumps
Machinery Drives
Utilities:Haveoperatingknowledgeintheplanttoincludewater,oil,naturalgas,compressedair,andfire protection systems.
Tools:Havegoodworkingknowledgeofmechanicaltools,hand,batteryoperated,andelectricdrivenandsafely use the correct tool for each job.
Safety: Is aware of safety hazards existing in an industrial facility. Always practices safe work habits and maintains a clean work area.
Ensure that housekeeping is maintained and enhanced during the performance of all tasks.
Ensure that a safe work environment is maintained and enhanced during the performance.
Perform millwright work such as aligning a pump and motor with a dial indicator or laser system, install sheaves, belts, align equipment, check for squareness and belt tension.
Installbearingsandbeabletoperformallmaintenanceworkrequiredonbearings.
Technical Responsibilities include:
Troubleshootingdailymachineissues.
Supportmediumandlong-termexpenseandcapitaldevelopmentprojects.
Havegeneralmechanicalexpertise.
Strong comprehension of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant.
Leadership Responsibilities include:
Mentoringtheless-experiencedmechanics.
Assistinsettingthedailyprioritiesanddirectionforthegroup.
Thisindividualwillinteractextensivelywiththeproductionandmaintenanceteamstoenhancetheday-to-day operations of the plant. As part of this they will be expected to generally work more closely with management than their less-experienced counterparts.
Physical Demands
A candidate for this position must also be able to meet the minimum requirements below, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Abletoliftandhandleupto50pounds.
Abletoclimbandworkatelevatedheights.
AbletolearnandusecomputersoftwaretoutilizetheMaximoMMS.
Able to work around the chemicals and environment present in both the Shingle and Nonwoven Plants
Mustbeabletoeffectivelycommunicatewrittenandverbal.
Under This Roof, We Require
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of five years related experience.
Under This Roof, We Also Value
Use computer systems such as Maximo and understand basic Windows navigation.
Interactwithpeers,supervisorsandmanagersinacooperativeandteamoriented manner.
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.
Professionalgrowthanddevelopmentareveryimportanttous!Weofferinternal 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).
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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.
Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.
GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.