Electrical Technician Job at Owens Corning (Minneapolis)

Electrical Technician

Owens Corning

Location:
United States , Minneapolis

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

46.93 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The Minneapolis Roofing Plant Electrical Technician coordinates and safely executes maintenance electrical functions in the facility so the plant equipment and services perform at maximum levels and minimize unscheduled interruption of the plant operation. This position also trains, coaches, and counsels others on electrical maintenance procedures and best practices. Strong knowledge of programmable logic controllers, electrical systems, and process control systems is required.

Job Responsibility:

Comply with all Lock-Tag-Try (LTT) procedures
Fix and report all unsafe work conditions
Notify member of Minneapolis Leadership Team in the case of any accident, near miss, or on-the-job injury
Oversees shift activities, downtime, and shop with respect to electrical work request, downtime lists and assigned projects
Instructs craftsmen in proper electrical installation and repair techniques as appropriate
Plans electrical preventive maintenance strategies to minimize equipment downtime
Responsible for the maintenance of all electrical shop equipment
Inspects electrical work in progress to ensure correct labor utilization and evaluate electrical training requirements
Completes training plan based on qualifying test score
Supports in-house and contracted electrical installations or repairs in the facility
Maintains electrical controls software in support of programming for the facility
Installs, repairs, and/or replaces AC/DC motors and drives, motors, starters or relays
Installs repairs, or replaces electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, support structures, fiber-optic, line assemblies, lighting, and alternative electrical parts
Keeps most current copies of PLC programs, drive programs, Panelview programs, level measurements devices programs on Minneapolis’ common drive
Maintains detailed documentation through all phases of development, testing and analysis
Works from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions
Updates and keep electrical drawing current when changes occur
Devises, fabricates, installs, tests, and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment and systems involving the movement of physical components in the manufacturing area
Assisting engineers with developing technical solutions related to the operation and performance of devices and systems
Installs, repairs, and upgrades components of mechanical devices and systems in the manufacturing area
Keeps the department leader appraised of mechanical and electrical equipment conditions so that situations of major significance can be planned for to avoid major production downtime
Recommends electrical training and development of craftsmen in support of electrical power and control equipment
Makes timely and appropriate decisions when an emergency or breakdown occurs so that production interruption is minimized
Ensures that electrical spare parts information and inventories are maintained at appropriate levels
Creates and maintains technical troubleshooting manuals by each machine to facilitate / share best practices with all craftsmen
Mentor, coach and manage Maintenance apprentice employees
Proactive in the safety process and ensures that good safety habits are reinforced in craftsmen
Active contributor to the PM Pillar
Partners with AM activity team members to achieve TPM goals across the plant
Maintains all implemented 5S improvements and ensures housekeeping expectations
Perform all TPM duties necessary to ensure the safety of the plant and drive to successful attainment of zero losses, zero defects, and zero injuries

Requirements:

Demonstrated quality and craftmanship and holds others accountable to this standard
Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
Demonstrated desire to have a positive impact on safety at the Minneapolis facility
Demonstrated mechanical, electrical and controls aptitude. Strong troubleshooting skills in all areas
Solid foundation in Reliable Work Practices and SAP interface preferred
Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
Willingness and flexibility to relocate
Must be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift as directed by Maintenance Leader
Manufacturing Maintenance experience or completion of an Advanced Manufacturing program from an accredited school
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, and PowerPoint)
AutoCAD, SolidWorks experience is preferred
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
Associate's degree, or higher preferred
Minimum of 4-year experience in a Maintenance team with relevant experience. Preferably as a Electrical or Multi-Trade Technician
Manufacturing or process related experience
Ability to routinely lift to 50 Lbs. without assistance
Ability to routinely lift to 80 Lbs. with assistance
Ability to work from heights
Ability to work in confined spaces
Work up to 12 hours in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment
Walk/stand on concrete floor, as required during shift work lasting 8-12 hours
Routinely ascend and descend stairs and ladders
Safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary for task
Use cleaning equipment or tools as necessary for housekeeping duties in accordance with all safety rules
Ability to work overtime as necessary

Nice to have:

AutoCAD, SolidWorks experience is preferred
Solid foundation in Reliable Work Practices and SAP interface preferred
Associate's degree, or higher preferred

What we offer:

insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings)
401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation – plus match)
liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays)
Employee Assistance Services
Stock Purchase Program

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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