Job Description

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is $35.64.

Johns Manville in Defiance, OH is seeking a skilled and safety‑focused Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment, ensuring safe operations, and supporting overall plant efficiency. You will also play a key role in mentoring maintenance apprentices while maintaining strong communication with leadership.

What You Bring to the Team:

• High School diploma or GED
• Certified Journeyman Mechanic
• Flexibility in work hours and assignments
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Experience with troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance in a plant or industrial environment.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to all company policies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Your Day to Day:

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and support safe work practices in alignment with company policies and environmental commitments.
• Continuously work in a safe manner and report safety hazards immediately.
• Follow all safety guidelines for the Defiance Complex, including the use of proper PPE.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure clean work areas.
• Attend all required monthly safety meetings.
• Complete monthly safety/beware audits and all mandatory computer‑based training.

Preventative & Corrective Maintenance

• Perform mechanical preventative maintenance on equipment according to established schedules.
• Inspect, diagnose, lubricate, adjust, and repair mechanical systems as needed.
• Remove faulty equipment from service until fully repaired and safe for operation.
• Troubleshoot plant equipment efficiently to identify issues and perform necessary repairs, replacements, or rebuilds.

Technical Duties

• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, sketches, and technical documents.
• Perform accurate measurements and calculations required for job completion.
• Complete required documentation, including work orders, requisitions, inspection reports, time logs, and material usage records.
• Operate, maintain, inspect, and repair plant systems and support structures.
• Perform gas cutting and assist with building maintenance.
• Cast concrete forms and bollards as needed.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Maintain an open, honest, and professional relationship with your supervisor/manager.
• Direct, assist, and instruct other maintenance employees when teamwork is required.
• Support and mentor Maintenance Apprentices to help them develop required skills and meet program expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations, including tasks associated with lower classifications when needed.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a high‑performance manufacturing environment
• Supportive leadership and a culture dedicated to safety
• Growth opportunities, including mentorship roles
• Comprehensive training and development programs

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.