Maintenance Technician II

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Northport, AL

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level maintenance professionals with hands-on industrial experience who thrive in team-based environments and are open to weekend work.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in industrial equipment repair and a collaborative mindset
    — “We hire motivated individuals who want to grow with us”
  • Individuals comfortable with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and troubleshooting
    — “Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience”
  • Those who value career progression and are open to rotating weekend responsibilities
    — “Weekend PM coverage is a core function of this role”

Things to consider

  • The role requires physical presence for safety inspections and equipment operation
    — “Complete monthly safety inspections and support annual fire extinguisher checks”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Variable Frequency Drives and PLC troubleshooting in your resume
    — “VFD Proficiency — Hands‑on experience with Variable Frequency Drives”
  • Emphasize your ability to interpret blueprints and recommend operational improvements
    — “Assist Production & Drive Improvements — Support production as needed, interpret blueprints, troubleshoot equipment, and recommend improvements to products, processes, and operations”
  • Showcase your adherence to safety protocols and attention to detail in maintenance documentation
    — “Follow Safety & Company Policies — Adhere to all company procedures, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, hot work, and other required protocols”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • accurate equipment operation
  • effective preventive maintenance
  • successful production support
Typical background
mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Safety ComplianceEquipment OperationPreventive MaintenanceWork Area MaintenanceProduction SupportTroubleshooting

Preferred

PLC ProgrammingVFD OperationElectrical Schematic Knowledge

Stack & domain

PLCVFDElectricalHydraulicPneumaticSafetyTeamworkProblem-solvingAdaptabilityManufacturingFacility Maintenance

About the role

Original posting from Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope via Greenhouse

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

 Maintenance Technician II 

What You’ll Get to Do

The full‑time Maintenance Technician isn’t just a job – it’s a starting point to an awesome career with a great company. We hire motivated individuals who want to grow with us, and we equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. Our facility has an incredible track record of promoting from within, and opportunities to advance into higher‑responsibility, higher‑pay roles are everywhere.

This role is perfect for someone who approaches their work professionally, enjoys being part of a team, and wants to help us get better every day. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader.

Job Responsibilities

Follow Safety & Company Policies — Adhere to all company procedures, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, hot work, and other required protocols. Complete monthly safety inspections and support annual fire extinguisher checks. 

Operate & Repair Equipment — Learn to operate and repair a wide range of equipment such as furnaces, sealant machines, forklifts, cranes, and other production machinery. Coordinate with OEMs for complex repairs.

Support Preventive Maintenance (PM) — Execute PMs according to schedule, assist with the plant maintenance program, and document all work performed. Weekend PM coverage is a core function of this role.

Maintain Clean & Safe Work Areas — Keep tools secure and workspaces clean, organized, and safe.    

Assist Production & Drive Improvements — Support production as needed, interpret blueprints, troubleshoot equipment, and recommend improvements to products, processes, and operations.

 What We Are Looking For

PLC Exposure — Able to understand basic PLC I/O indications and use them during troubleshooting. (No PLC programming required.)

Well‑Rounded Maintenance Skills — Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience; comfortable performing PMs on complex industrial systems.

VFD Proficiency — Hands‑on experience with Variable Frequency Drives.

Electrical & Schematic Knowledge — Familiar with 24VDC control circuits; able to read technical drawings.

What OBE Offers You

Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee

Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose

Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses

Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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Source: Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope careers (Greenhouse)

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