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.
Job Summary
The Electrical Technician is an individual who must possess electrical knowledge and some mechanical knowledge to work in a team environment and maintain the site facilities in a 24/7 operation.
Essential Duties
Provide maintenance service to production lines.
Perform and help develop preventive, predicted and reactive maintenance procedures.
Find and order parts, supplies, and equipment, or obtain them from storerooms as needed. Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Maintain complete records of work performed using office software, Maximo and detailed logs.
Participate in plant EHS programs and assist in developing them for new equipment.
Perform general and specialized facility, IT, and electrical maintenance.
Perform equipment change-overs and assists in production line set ups as needed.
Analyze machine error messages and information from operators to diagnose and repair equipment.
Help establish repair frequencies, PMs and parts inventories for new and existing equipment.
Have good mechanical skills to support the equipment.
Be willing and able to work 6 days per week, with occasional days off.
Work with the plant group to manage records regarding all system software changes and communicate any changes to affected departments.
Qualifications Required
H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
3+ years of related industrial electrical experience
Familiarity with NFPA70E Electrical/ Arc Flash Safety principles
Familiarity with industrial portions of the National Electrical Code
Electrical theoretical basics to include Ohm’s law, AC and DC motors, semiconductors, and combinational logic
Knowledge of at least one common PLC platform (preferably Allen Bradley), including ladder logic-based problem solving and program modifications
Knowledge of and installation/problem-solving experience with common switches and sensors, such as proximity, photoelectric, and mechanically activated devices -Pressure and differential pressure switches
Electric and pneumatic valve actuators
Pressure, level, and flow meters in process applications
RTDs, thermocouples, and electric transmitters
HART, 4-20ma, and 3-15 PSI standard instrument signaling and control systems -Handheld electric metering equipment (multimeter, ammeter, frequency meter) -Chart recorder, oscilloscope, and other diagnostic equipment
AC fixed speed motors (single and 3 phase), including motor control circuits -AC and DC variable speed drives in standalone and system-line drive applications -Electronic and pneumatic single loop controllers, including basic tuning -Common industrial lighting -480, 240, and 120V power equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, and MCPs with ratings and applications
Excellent documentation abilities
Excellent problem-solving process
Excellent/positive communication skills
Team-oriented
Excellent collaborative skills
Allen Bradley Powerflex 70/700/755 drives experience
Allen Bradley Kinetix 6000 Platform knowledge
Burner controls knowledge
Qualifications Preferred
One Year Certificate from College or Tech School
Associate’s Degree
RSLogix experience
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent PC/Windows skills
Knowledge of Industrial Network protocols (Ethernet, Controlnet)
Experience with Wonderware software
Physical Demands
Stationary Position - Frequently
Move/Traverse - Frequently
Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally
Transport/Lifting - Frequently (50 lbs)
Transport/Carrying - Frequently
Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently
Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently
Ascend/Descend - Frequently
Balancing - Occasionally
Position Self/Stooping - Frequently
Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently
Position Self/Crouching - Frequently
Position Self/Crawling - Frequently
Reaching - Constantly
Handling - Constantly
Grasping - Frequently
Feeling - Constantly
Communicate/Talking - Frequently
Communicate/Hearing - Frequently
Repetitive Motions - Frequently
Coordination - Frequently
Climbing - Frequently
Working Conditions
Extreme cold - Frequently
Extreme heat - Frequently
Humid - Frequently
Wet - Frequently
Noise - Frequently
Hazards - Frequently
Temperature Change - Frequently
Vibration - Frequently
Travel Requirements: 0%
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).