Maintenance Technician
JELD-WENJELD-WEN is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. Maintenance Technician Position Title: Maintenance Technician Department: Maintenance Reports To: Maintenance Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt This position will work on the day shift for training for 1 month, then would transition to 2nd shift. Once on 2nd shift, a shift differential will apply. 1st Shift - Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 2nd Shift - Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm JELD-WEN is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving facility systems, production equipment, conveyors, compressors, powered industrial equipment, and building infrastructure. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining a safe working environment throughout the facility. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and can work independently to support day-to-day maintenance operations. Essential Job Functions Equipment Maintenance & Repair • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system failures. • Install, replace, repair, and adjust machine components and equipment parts. • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities according to established maintenance schedules. • Conduct machine inspections, tolerance checks, and operational assessments to ensure equipment performance and product quality. • Complete equipment upgrades, retrofits, and modifications to improve reliability and production efficiency. • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize operational downtime. Electrical & Facility Systems • Troubleshoot and repair facility electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, control panels, compressors, and production equipment Support new installations of electrical equipment, machinery, and facility infrastructure. • Maintain knowledge of low-voltage DC circuits and 110V through 480V AC single and three-phase electrical systems. • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation. Safety & Compliance • Follow all company safety policies and procedures. • Perform all maintenance activities in compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards. • Demonstrate proficiency in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and machine safeguarding requirements. • Ensure equipment guarding and workplace safety standards are always maintained. Maintenance Administration • Maintain accurate maintenance records, preventive maintenance schedules, work orders, and equipment history documentation. • Assist with maintenance inventory management, spare parts organization, and purchasing of replacement components. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and reliability-focused maintenance programs. Facility Support • Assist with facility improvement projects, renovations, equipment installations, and general construction-related activities. • Perform miscellaneous maintenance duties and special projects as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capabilities. • Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, and control circuits. • Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinder repair and rebuilding. • Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical equipment and powered industrial machinery. • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and work instructions. &bu…