Electrical Technician
Owens Corning · Kearny, NJ
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
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A technician-level reliability role at Owens Corning (industrial) in Kearny, NJ. Two (2)+ year’s experience in related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical and electronic components in a manufacturing environment.
- Tools it names
- Welding, SAP
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 19 other live reliability postings in New Jersey.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 55%
- PLC 40%
- Robotics 25%
- Automation 25%
- FDA / GMP 20%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 20%
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REQUIRED Experience
Two (2)+ year’s experience in related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical and electronic components in a manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or GED
Responsibilities
Maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical and electronic systems to support safe and reliable production operations.
Lead electrical downtime troubleshooting, diagnose equipment failures, and perform repairs on industrial machinery and equipment.
Install, repair, and replace electrical components including relays, switches, motors, drives, sensors, and other control devices.
Apply knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including electrical codes, schematics, P&ID drawings, motor controls, power circuits, fusing, thermal overload protection, wire sizing, AC/DC systems, servo drives, and variable frequency drives.
Safely perform electrical testing, motor control troubleshooting, drive troubleshooting, and control system adjustments while coordinating with technical support and contractors as needed.
Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, schematics, and other technical documents.
Interpret and follow instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrate initiative and drive toward accomplishment, and consistently produce high-quality work.
Maintain compliance with all plant safety, environmental, and housekeeping
requirements
while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
Work collaboratively with maintenance personnel, operations teams, and outside contractors to support plant objectives and equipment reliability.
Maintain regular attendance, comply with all plant rules and procedures, participate in required training, and perform other duties as assigned.
Training and Development
We are committed to developing and upskilling our maintenance team. While candidates are expected to bring electrical maintenance experience from a manufacturing environment, there are many aspects of the role that can be learned through on-the-job training. Training for this position will include, but is not limited to:
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Hiring Manager: Hany Azmy
HR Rep: Ali Addington
Summary
The purpose of the Electrical Technician at the Kearny roofing plant is to install and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. This role also provides maintenance repairs to industrial machinery as needed to keep a continuous manufacturing process supported.
This individual is expected to perform as a professional, highly skilled and exceptionally competent maintenance person. They must be able to analyze causes of breakdowns and carry out corrective measures.
Plant-specific equipment and processes
Additional maintenance disciplines as needed
Successful candidates must demonstrate a willingness to learn, participate in training, and continuously expand their technical skills and knowledge.
The employee should possess the ability to
Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hours
Able to climb on and off of fork truck
Lift and push and pull 45lbs
Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
Willingness to work in manufacturing environment (loud noises, heat)
Handle, control or feel objects, tools or control continuously
Repetitive movements
Willingness to occasionally work at heights or confined spaces
Willingness to work nights
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com .