Job Description:

Introduction

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.

Summary

We are looking for individuals who are responsible for troubleshooting PLC, electrical, and instrumentation issues in our Minneapolis, Minnesota facility; reporting to the Maintenance Department.

Pay: 

$37.31/hour

Essential Duties

Install, program, maintain and troubleshoot Allen Bradley/Siemens PLCs. (PLC, SLC,CLX)Work with control devices such as switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, actuators, solenoids etc.Use Basic office computer software which includes learning how to effectively use Maximo to input data and research parts.Perform general and specialized plant, IT, and electrical maintenance on Ethernet networks.Analyze machine error messages and information from operators to diagnose and repair equipment.Troubleshoot Wonderware and Panel View.Understand computer database functions and maintain and/or setup database functions as needed.Worth with the plant group and GAF Corporate to monitor plant systems, analyze performance, and initiate action for optimization to achieve plant goals for safety, productivity, and cost effectiveness.Work with the Controls Systems Specialist to maintain all PLC, HMI programs and VFD parameter sets.Communicate all wiring schematics changes or discrepancies to the Controls Systems Specialist for updating.Work and troubleshoot motor starter circuits, standalone VFD’s, coordinated drive systems and servos.Use fork trucks, moveable work platforms and overhead hoists.Other duties as required.

Under This Roof, We Require

An associate’s degree from an accredited technical college in electrical automation technology, electronics engineering technology or automated systems technology.2 years’ experience as ET III or similar experienceMust pass ET II testMust have the essential hand tools to perform outlined tasks.Must be able to work from drawings, schematics, sketches and verbal instructions.Must be self-motivated, flexible and display a demonstrated aptitude to creatively solve problems.Must be able to perform tasks in a safe, efficient and environment friendly manner by using proper lock out/tag out, hot work permit, confined space entry and equipment safety procedures as well as closely follow the housekeeping policy and environmental spill prevention/clean-up policies.Ability to follow preventive/predictive maintenance procedures.Must be able to complete weekly check sheets (measured by report quality and consistency of completion) and providing status reports as needed.Set a positive example for other employees. Develop and maintain professional relationships with co-workers.Demonstrate a sense of urgency to correct operational and safety problems

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, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal 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).