Electromechanical Maintenance Technologist

Job Description

Job DescriptionAre you the Electromechanical Maintenance Technologist we’re looking for?

If solving tough equipment problems, guiding teammates, and keeping production humming sounds like your kind of challenge, you’ll feel at home at Owens Corning in Stokesdale. We’re global in reach and personal in how we work together.

Your mission

Own reliability on shift: stabilize equipment, prevent failures, and lead hands-on fixes that keep our lines safe and productive — while sharing knowledge so the whole team levels up.

Success profile — what you’ll handle

• Lead complex maintenance activities and coach junior technicians.
• Troubleshoot motion control and electrical/electronic circuits and sensors at a basic level; interpret mechanical and wiring interconnect drawings and service manuals.
• Perform PMs (lubrication, alignments/adjustments, part repairs, safety and operational checks) and complete precise documentation.
• Repair sophisticated manufacturing equipment with minimal instruction; prioritize outages and multitask under time pressure.
• Service/overhaul key components: air/hydraulic cylinders and motors, valve assemblies, pumps, motion elements, and support subsystems.
• Work in confined spaces; keep safety at the forefront while complying with company and OSHA guidelines.
• Operate forklifts and lifting equipment (hoists, boom cranes, cherry pickers, scissor lifts).
• Run shop equipment (bandsaw, hydraulic press, lathe, mill, brake/shear) and apply general facility maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, construction, rigging, anchoring, cabinetry).
• Use advanced/basics tools: gear pullers, honing/lapping tools, precision levels and alignment tools; power tools including hydraulic power jacks, belt lacing machines, and mag drills.
• Bring and secure your own standard hand tools.
• Work efficiently with limited supervision and maintain an orderly workspace.

Schedule, location, and flexibility

• Where: 7220 US 158, Stokesdale, NC
• When: 2nd shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
• Be available for other shifts and overtime with short notice to meet production demands.

What you’ll bring

• 2-year technical training or 5+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Advanced capability in at least one discipline: complex mechanical systems, electrical controls, electronics, PLC programming/troubleshooting, sensors/sensing.
• Proven Lockout/Tagout experience.
• Basic computer proficiency, solid mechanical skills, and clear written/verbal communication.

Bonus qualifications

• Basic PLC coding/programming.
• Experience with HVAC, compressed air, dust collection, and electrical distribution.

Physical realities of the job

• Lift up to 50 lbs; stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, climb stairs.
• Comfort at heights over 30 ft; indoors/outdoors in high heat or extreme cold/wind.
• Factory environment with dust, heat over 95&degree;F, and noise.
• Exposure to wood dust and aluminum with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent.

Compensation & total rewards

• Hourly range: $25.00–$27.50 plus benefits.
• Base pay varies with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This information is specific to Colfax, NC and may not be applicable to other locations.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental options, 401(k), liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program, and more.

About Owens Corning

We design and manufacture building products that are durable, sustainable, and energy efficient. More than 25,000 employees across 31 countries work together to innovate and serve customers. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, we recorded 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. Discover more at www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.

Nearest Major Market: Greensboro