Multicraft Technician

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing. Under this roof, we are assembling a winning team that puts the customer at the center of every decision and doesn't back down from hard work. Under this roof, we support one another in delivering operational excellence daily, while working to make a positive impact for our planet and our communities.

Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Valdosta is a diverse, lively city in southern Georgia. Just miles from Florida, Valdosta is also only a few hours from Disney World or the beach, and is conveniently located between Jacksonville and Atlanta.

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for safely completing a wide range of advanced multicraft tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and provides general preventative mechanical, electrical and facility maintenance & repair support for the plant. This includes troubleshooting, working from blueprints and schematics as related to machine drives and conveying systems in a high volume production line environment.

Daily requirements will include skills such as fabricating, welding, machining, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.

The Maintenance Technician supports the production of high quality commercial roofing products, with a sense of urgency and accountability for equipment uptime. This employee thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities and is able to make recommendations to improve the overall performance of plant equipment. The Maintenance Technician will interact and communicate effectively with all GAF employees with a positive, customer focused attitude.

• Provide general maintenance support and PM’s of equipment for the Plant. This includes troubleshooting, working from blueprints and schematics as related to machine drives and conveying systems in a high production line environment.
• Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner (includes documenting work performed in Maximo and closing out order).
• Read instructions, blue prints and manuals, and use any meters, hand tools and shop equipment to perform the required job tasks.
• Perform millwright work such as aligning a pump and motor, install sheaves, belts, align equipment, check for proper alignment and belt tension.
• Troubleshoot, repair/replace power transmission, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Perform all phases of welding including MIG Rod. Work on pipe systems, which would involve repairing, modifying, and installing systems.
• Familiar with troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance assignments.
• Work with other members of the maintenance department on mechanical and electrical projects, work orders and line calls.
• Basic experience troubleshooting and repair of mechanical power trains, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, welding and assembly of parts and materials.
• Basic working knowledge of 480v systems and their respective controls, ability to use and read multimeter. Experience with Allen Bradley Control Logix Controllers / RSLogix 5000 Software a definite plus.
• Ability to operate a manual mill and lathe.
• Involved in planned and unplanned maintenance work and jobs for both daily and maintenance outages.
• Provide on-the-spot, on-the-job equipment-related expertise and technical guidance. Enhance communication and coordination between maintenance and other departments, especially the production department.
• Provide input and feedback to the maintenance planner and storeroom personnel to refine/finalize labor, parts, priorities and methods.
• Ensure safety, quality, timeliness, cost and thoroughness of work performed.
• Responds as a First call-in contact for maintenance emergencies.
• Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
• Provide a safe workplace through adherence to…