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Senior Maintenance

JELD-WEN
Klamath Falls, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Oct 2025

About the role

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

 

 

 

SUMMARY:

The Shift Millwright will be responsible for exacting those equipment repairs and preventive maintenance which are necessary to ensure uninterrupted production, and for the completion of projects to improve/repair of the mill as prescribed by the Maintenance Manager.  This and other responsibilities outlined under this job description will be accomplished in a safe and efficient manner. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Maintenance (Shift Millwright Duties):
    • Perform routine maintenance rounds and be alert for any equipment malfunctions or potential breakdowns. Correct/report deficiencies to the Maintenance Manager.
    • Accurately diagnose, and repair equipment failures.
    • Perform routine and emergency maintenance/repairs on production and support equipment when needed.
    • Perform preventative maintenance as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
    • Provide scheduled vacation coverage for other Millwrights as required.
    • Monitor the tool crib in the maintenance shop for missing and damaged tools and correct/report deficiencies to the Maintenance Manager.
  • Safety:
    • Follow all start-up and shutdown procedures.
    • Use all available safety equipment and keep all safety guards in place.
    • Wear eye, ear, and foot protection when required.
    • Use extreme caution when working on or around machinery.
    • Know and follow JELD-WEN’s Lock-Out, fall protection, and “hot work” policies.
    • Know and be able to locate the designated areas for first aid, MSDS/HMIS forms, radioactive material and fire-fighting equipment.
    • Observe and follow posted HMIS/MSDS requirements.
    • Know locations of all master switches and emergency stops for your work area.
    • Respirator/dust mask are required while using an air hose for cleaning or when a high level of dust is in the air.
    • Keep work area clean and orderly.
    • Complete forklift training program and pass operator’s test.
    • Participate in Plant Safety Council.
  • Communication:
    • Accurately document your time according to the proper machine codes and descriptions of work performed.
    • Accurately document inventory parts, and materials.
    • When responding to trouble calls, communicate effectively with machine operators.
    • Keep the Manager informed of any problems, time required, parts needed, and additional manpower if necessary.
    • When completed with your tasks (or none were assigned) report to your manager for additional job duties.
  • Quality:
    • Remain updated on machine servicing manuals.
    • Know the proper application of tools, materials, and lubricants
    • Perform accurate measurements with various measurement tools and units
    • Select and locate appropriate maintenance/repair parts
    • Unless approved by the maintenance manager, use parts on a First-In, First-Out basis
    • Ensure spare parts consumption/discrepancies are reported to the Parts Room Supervisor/Attendant
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Lift heavy loads, up to 50 lbs, upon occasion with team lift or lift assist on heavier items
    • Stand 2 to 3 hours continuously between break times.
    • Climb stairs and ladder access to work and maintenance areas.
    • Enter confined space areas.
    • Climb to high areas for maintenance, and repairs.
  • Housekeeping:
    • Clean the maintenance shop once per shift.
    • After completion of each task properly clean the area: Return company tools, and extra parts to their storage areas, pick up any waste material, especially metal debris.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • All applicants will be required to take a written mechanical skills test and demonstrate welding proficiency.
  • Capable of working consistently, with minimum supervision
  • Possess the ability to assist/instruct others on techniques/skills

Shift:      Various during training       

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