Since 2022, Associated Materials has been undergoing a transformation to maximize our potential through investments in people, operations, and brands.
If you want to be part of a company where your ideas and input are more than just encouraged-they're valued-this is the place for you. At Associated Materials, your contributions will provide an immediate and lasting impact, helping us achieve what's possible.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under minimal supervision, the Maintenance Technician performs mid to expert-level troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and reconditioning, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications of machinery, mechanical or electrical equipment. Perform advanced-level functions in the maintenance and repair of the facility including but not limited to building, grounds, lighting, plumbing, HVAC, etc. Works with little or no supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs self-directed reactive and planned maintenance which includes but is not limited to: observing devices in operation to locate the root cause of the problem; dismantling devices to gain access to and remove defective parts; examining parts to detect imperfections; adjustment of functional parts of devices and control instruments; repair and/or replacement of defective parts; testing of the device to observe performance; and tests for electrical circuitry and mechanical systems; reconditions and repairs machine tools.
- Performs simple welding tasks and orders supplies and repair items, as necessary.
- Analyzes and troubleshoot machine failures. Acts as a proactive project champion and works closely with planner/scheduler. Lays out, wire, builds, and troubleshoots electrical panels and/or other machinery to NFPA/NEC standards.
- Maintains the grounds and building exterior, by performing any one or up to two of the following technical disciplines; routine electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and HVAC repairs.
- Provides assistance to lower-level technicians and leadership to small teams. Performs more advanced functions as a part of training and development.
- May be required to set up and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to a lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
- Troubleshooting 480 components including drives and PLC software. BMC and Allen Bradley's Knowledge is a plus.
- Knowledge of Omron, Barber Colemen controllers. ABB, Reliance, and Yaskawa drices.
- A/C and D/C drive repairs and installation is required. (Conversions)
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Must be able to read blueprints
- Must be able to use measuring instruments and perform basic failure analysis
- Possess an understanding of electronic components to troubleshoot and repair
- Must be able to use hand and power tools
- High school or GED
* * Seeking applicants within a 40-mile radius of facility*
Ability to:
- Analyze and solve problems.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Compute ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PREFERRED EDUCTION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- 5 years working as an industrial electrician/maintenance preferred.
- 5 plus years' experience working in extrusion manufacturing preferred.
A brand of Associated Materials, Alside is a leader in exterior building products for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. Established in 1947, Alside distributes a variety of windows, siding, metals, and other building products throughout its more than 100 company-operated supply centers across the United States, serving as a true partner to contractors, remodelers, builders and architects for building products and services.
Associated Materials is an equal opportunity employer.