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Saint-Gobain Heavy Equipment Technician in FORT DODGE, Iowa
Why work for us?
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while making the world a more beautiful and sustainable home.
What’s the Job?
Compensation: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
Shift: Day Shift
Mechanical Functions
Diagnose and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues on heavy equipment (e.g., hydraulic, fuel systems).
Replace filters, belts, and other routine wear components as needed.
Perform welding, fabrication, or minor repairs to equipment or structures is a plus.
Collaborate with mechanics to address complex equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Keep accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.
Operational
Ensure equipment is operated in compliance with company policies and MSHA regulations.
Monitor equipment performance and report potential malfunctions or inefficiencies to management.
Assist in optimizing equipment usage to maximize productivity.
Safety and Compliance
Participate in and promote a safety-first culture, including adherence to PPE and safety protocols.
Assist in emergency response drills and equipment shutdowns when necessary.
Ensure compliance with environmental and operational regulations in all activities.
Team Collaboration
Train or mentor new operators on safe equipment usage and maintenance practices.
Provide feedback to supervisors on process improvements or operational challenges.
Actively participate in team meetings, toolboxes, and safety briefings.
What do you bring?
High School/GED diploma, preferred.
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment as an operator
Knowledge of plant manufacturing in an industrial maintenance experience in 24 hr continuous process environment.
Strong customer service focus, teaming and collaborative approach
Flexible and open-minded with good written and oral communication
Heavy equipment experience (5) - Minimum of 5 years of experience in heavy equipment operation and/or mining and rock handling operations
Equipment Maintenance- Min of 3 years of experience performing basic maintenance and mechanic works on HDE
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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