Reliability Technician

at  USG Corporation

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $25.10 per hour

• Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Reliability/Technical General Foreman or other appropriate administrative staff, the Reliability Technician is responsible for performing repair and preventative maintenance of all equipment at the Ceilings Plus plant in a safe, efficient, cost-effective manner. The technician will work on dayshift and overtime on an as-needed basis. There is the potential for this position to work second shift and weekends, as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience with Trumpf, Accupress and other metal forming equipment is strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, electronics, sensors and basic industrial mechanical systems is strongly preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot issues in a safe manner.
• Experience with preventive maintenance techniques is preferred.
• Able to read electrical & mechanical schematics/blueprints.
• Strong communication skills are required (Email, phone and in-person)
• Strong desire and ability to learn all aspects of equipment operation, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent communicator with the desire and ability to communicate with equipment manufacturers to troubleshoot issues.
• Recommend improvements in the plant’s preventative maintenance program to improve equipment reliability.
  USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
  Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.
  Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG’s employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company’s core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.
  EOE including disability/vetera

• Work safely as a top priority by adhering to the plant’s safety policies and objectives.
• Complete safety training as required.
• Willingness to travel (less than 10% of the time) for training.
• Ensure all repair and preventative maintenance work is performed safely, efficiently and with excellence.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve equipment performance.
• Coordinate with and supervise 3rd party contractors.
• Communicate with 3rd party technical support to effectively troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Thoroughly understand root cause of equipment failures and propose preventative methods to reduce equipment failure rate.