About the role
JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Senior Maintenance to join our growing team.
Manufacturing Team Members
Shifts - Days, Overtime Available
Hiring Now – Immediate need for new Manufacturing Team Members
American Building Supply (ABS), a subsidiary of Jeld Wen, and one of the Nation’s largest wholesale suppliers of Doors, Door Hardware, Windows, and Millwork, currently has a position available for Sr Maintenance Electrician to assist our Distribution division in providing value-added goods and services to our customers.
JELD-WEN is one of the world’s largest door and window manufacturers, with more than 22,000 employees operating in 24 countries globally. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, JELD-WEN designs, produces and distributes an extensive range of interior and exterior doors, wood, vinyl and aluminum windows.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and replace defective electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components
- Obtain measurements and readings using electrical and mechanical testing instruments, including digital multi meters, meggers, amp meters, ohm meters, and phase rotation meters
- Perform a variety of other maintenance tasks, such as electrical preventative maintenance, tagout/ lock-out, disconnecting and removing motors, and responding to equipment down emergencies
- Examine various electrical systems and make recommendations for new equipment, repairs, and modifications
- Maintain records of maintenance and repair work; prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence
- Draw and read electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and/or diagrams
- Test and maintain electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms, and control systems to ensure proper working condition
- Perform preventive maintenance (PM’s) on equipment
- Repair and overhaul equipment to close tolerances with attention to detail
- Effectively communicate with supervisor/machine operators on the root cause of machine issues
- Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines at the component level
- Able to collaboratively prioritize tasks by what will make the greatest impact on departmental goals
- Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC, AC, and servo drives
- Knowledgeable in calibrating analog and digital devices
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders to perform required service maintenance, and electrical schematics
- Knowledge of the National Electric Code as it pertains to the facility and machines within the plant
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned on equipment
Qualifications:
- Five (5) plus years working in electrical maintenance and repair of manufacturing related plant equipment or other related commercial equipment
- Requires comprehensive knowledge of electrical and associated electronic equipment, instruments, machinery, motors and transformers
- Training and Utilization of Allen Bradley components and software
- Extensive experience in PLC programming and HMI Panels
- Critical thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills
- Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment
- Ability to balance multiple projects in an organized manner
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Proven trouble shooting abilities in multi-crafts
- Working knowledge of high voltage
- Travel as required to support projects. Travel time is paid
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule as needed
- Meets responsibilities and qualifications of a Level I and II Industrial Electrician
Previous experience in a manufacturing or similar environment is preferred, but not required.
What we offer
- As well as a safe, challenging & fast paced working environment
- Competitive Benefits, including Paid Time Off, Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k and Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities to cross-train, enhance your skillset and advance your career
Who We Are
Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, JELD-WEN is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance interior and exterior building products, offering one of the broadest selections of windows, interior and exterior doors, and wall systems. JELD-WEN delivers a differentiat
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