Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
Pay Rate: Starting at $39.80/hr
Perfect Attendance Bonus: $.75/Hour
Up to a 5% quarterly bonus!
Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.
We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.
Our benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
- Virtual Medical Services
- Fertility and adoption benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid Family Leave
- Company provided Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)
- Company paid life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A full-time work schedule that allows you to only work half the time!
- Plus, more!
Growth opportunities available!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
About the Role:
As a Maintenance Electrician, you will maintain and optimize all facility electrical systems—lighting, production equipment, and building infrastructure—by inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing components. Decide when to pull machines from production, perform preventive maintenance, install machinery and electrical apparatus per blueprints, and requisition parts to sustain uptime. Communicate across shifts via logbooks and uphold all plant safety practices.
Responsibilities:
- Determine if machines need to be taken out of production for repairs or service.
- Requisition parts/materials that are necessary for the continued operation of the plant.
- Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled and as needed.
- Communicate maintenance issues with other shifts to ensure continuity of operation. Read and record comments in both Maintenance and Production logbooks.
- Remain current on plant and safety matters, and participate in department/plant safety meetings.
- Oversee all electrical needs for the facility, including lighting, production equipment, and systems.
- Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment, using electrical and electronic test equipment.
- Install and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
- Replace defective electrical switches and other fixtures.
- Repair and maintain electrical equipment for the building.
- Install machinery and equipment according to blueprints and other specifications with regard to electrical requirements.
- Drive the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
- Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Two (2) year degree in electrical or trade school certifications in basic PLC, controls troubleshooting, arc flash training, national electrical regulations, or high voltage preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- OSHA Certified Industrial Truck Operator License.
Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years maintenance experience working with a variety of mechanical equipment in a heavy industrial environment.
To perform this job successfully, individuals must demonstrate the following:
- Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
- Accurately count and perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractions.
- Proficient in English (reading and writing).
It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.