Senior Maintenance - Mechanical
Date: Mar 25, 2025
Location: Dodson, LA, US, 71422
Company: Jeld-Wen Inc.
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Overview
Qualified applicants will be responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems. Applicant must be proactive in addressing different challenges and is willing to adapt, based on the business needs.
The Senior Maintenance - Mechanical will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. JELDWEN offers a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, disability, paid time off and holidays.
Qualifications
- Valid Driver’s License
- Graduation from high school, or possession of a G.E.D.
- 10+ years of experience in maintenance and repair of manufacturing related plant equipment or other related commercial equipment is highly desirable
- 1-2 years of Maintenance Planner experience in managing projects
- Critical thinking, exceptional problem-solving skills, and ability to read blueprints.
- Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment
- Be able to pass basic mechanical aptitude test along with shop fabrication test
- Ability to balance multiple projects in an organized manner
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Strong team working and communication skills. Be able to lead and work with a diverse team
- Good understanding of mechanical principals is a plus
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule as needed
- Willing to undergo a thorough background and drug screening process
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
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- Be able to work at heights, on high structures and top of buildings, also operate scissor lifts and man lifts when needed
- Layout basic piping systems according to drawings and weld pipe joints and fittings using flanges and spiral wound gaskets
- Lay out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drill holes with a power drill or drill press
- Square up and level equipment using basic math formulas, straightedge, levels, or transit
- Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, pinch bars, com-a-longs and other hand tools
- Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, bearings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment
- Use cutting torch and welding equipment to fabricate framing, guards and jigs to assist with maintenance work
- Perform Electrical skills including but not limited to, effectively using a Multi-Meter, replacing fuses, identifying motor phases, troubleshoot sensors and switches, and read simple electrical schematics.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager
This position is a tier pay position. Criteria for each pay level is:
Pay Level 1 – Learning and performing job as required
Pay Level 2 – Able to perform assigned tasks/duties efficiently without assistance
Pay Level 3 – Able to perform assigned tasks/duties without assistance, along with
the ability to train department personnel to perform these tasks/duties
Safety
- Follow JELD-WEN policies and procedures
- Comply with all OSHA safety standards as a minimum requirement
- PPE:
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- Eye Protection: Required in all production areas – inside and out
- Hearing Protection: Required at all times when machinery is operating or excessive noise is being generated
- Footwear: Steel-toe shoes/boots are required – ANSI rating
- All other PPE provided by employer on an “as needed” basis. Use of all PPE will comply with OSHA standards
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- Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
- Commit no unsafe acts. Stay aware of the task at hand and consider all safety issues prior to starting. Look out for co-worker safety
- Avoid loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair that can get caught in machinery. Follow dress code requirements
- Job tasks include extended periods of walking, standing, and the use of steps and ladders. Follow paths meant for human passage and always maintain three points of contacts on steps and ladders
Other Responsibilities
- Quality: Make quality repairs on equipment to bring it as close to new condition as possible with the parts and tools available.
- Housekeeping: Cleanup after all jobs insuring all tools, parts and trash are put away properly. Clean Maintenance Shop at the end of each shift, pick up tools and keep work areas organized and ready for next shift.
- Communications: Report any concerns or deficiencies to the Maintenance Manager. Be professional when communicating with outside suppliers and contractors. Maintain good communication with Production staff and work together to maintain all equipment in top working condition.
- General: Keep safety in the forefront of all activities. Keep plant in top operating condition at all times. Disable and report in unsafe or damaged tools. Perform all other duties assigned by management.
- 40 hours per week, Vacation backfill, On-call for Production Emergencies
About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.
JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) 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. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.
JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’.
What we offer
Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.
JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.
JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Nearest Major Market: Alexandria Louisiana