Mechanic

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 $29.03.

Johns Manville in Fruita, CO is currently hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to work 5:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Thursday, and every other Friday as needed. Position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus!! The anticipated deadline to apply for this position is Friday, September 12, 2025. This deadline is JM's "good-faith estimate" of when the application will close. JM may extend the deadline and will update this posting promptly if it is extended.

This position offers:

An Annual Continuous Incentive plan - a percentage of total gross earnings based on plant performance; Paid Vacation; Paid Holidays; Benefits Package: medical, vision, dental and life insurance for employees and their dependents; 401(k) plan that includes company contributions; Education Reimbursement Program (after one year’s service); Career Growth Opportunities; and a Referral Bonus Program.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

The hourly job classification system for the Johns Manville Facility Maintenance Mechanic role in Fruita, CO is based upon a progressive structure. Compensation ranges between $26.20 - $31.62 per hour and is based upon demonstrated skill sets. This is a skilled labor position working to install, repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, and the following are the skill levels in natural progression. Employee must be dependable, able to follow instructions and directions, according to established operating procedures, perform the following duties while cooperating with all levels within the organization in support of the four Johns Manville core values: People, Passion, Perform and Protect:

What You Bring to the Team:

Mechanic I -

• Support and promote safe practices and environmental commitments in alignment with company commitments, policies, and compliance requirements
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required, including but not limited to protective shoes, glasses, ear plugs, bump cap or hard hat, gloves, dust mask or respirator
• Must know, understand, and perform all plant and departmental safety regulations and procedures and immediately report any hazardous conditions
• Must know and understand company policies, regulations, and procedures regarding employee conduct and attendance
• Expected to perform duties with direct supervision as needed
• Assist other maintenance personnel as needed
• Troubleshoot through testing equipment and other measuring techniques.
• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts using hand and power tools
• Adjust functional parts of equipment and control systems
• Fabricate repair parts using shop equipment (welding equipment, cutting equipment, machine tools)
• Maintain and test Boiler, CO2 House, Air Compressors, and plant critical systems. Maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, and cooling for process systems
• Replace Indurator O-Rings and mold car bearings
• Replace and/or adjust oven door cables
• Responsible for operating in conformance with the ISO certifications held by the Fruita facility
• Familiarity with Preventative and Predictive Maintenance
• Responsible for execution of MRO work orders
• Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues when troubleshooting equipment/issues for internal customers
• Required to respond to call-in and work the call-in requests
• Must have own tools
• Excellent attendance, motivation and attitude must be demonstrated to advance to the next level
• Successfully pass Mold Changer skills test
• Perform other duties as directed

Mechanic II -

• Master all Mechanic I Essential Functions/Requirements
• Expected to perform job duties independent of direct supervision
• Understand Mold Station equipment (how it runs and how to keep it running)
• Complete Mold changes and adjustments and adjustments to mold cores
• Hydraulics: change hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic pumps
• Water tank pump: when to change, how to change, rebuild tank pumps
• Bearing placement on Hammer Mill and Cement Plant
• Decision making on repairing vs replacing
• Conserve resources by efficient use of equipment and supplies needed to achieve results
• Adjust cores and understand how to operate mold state controls
• Run tests on boiler; inspect sewer system, CO2 House, Inspect Air Compressors
• Excellent attendance, motivation and attitude must be demonstrated to advance to the next level
• Perform other duties as directed

Mechanic III -

• Mechanic III has mastered all Mechanic I and II Essential Functions/Requirements. Specialized skills in specific areas (not limited to: (Mold Builder, Firetemp Mechanic, welder/fabricator)
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills
• Responsibility and ownership in critical situations
• Mentors and trains less experienced mechanics
• Works independently
• Capable of leading specialized projects
• Executes AC&R Principles
• Performs other duties as directed

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school (preferred) or one-year certificate from college or technical school
• One to three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• English proficiency and ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to think critically in varying and challenging scenarios

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Mechanic job has no supervisory responsibilities

Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Certifications accepted in lieu of experience. Certificates include but not limited to:

• Welding/Fabrication
• Forklift Maintenance
• Diesel Mechanic
• Manual Machinst

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and communicate accurately with coworkers. The employee will frequently engage in repetitive motions. The employee must frequently lift, push, or pull 25 pounds, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Visual acuity is required to work around and with machinery including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job is in an industrial, manufacturing environment. The job requires working frequently around and with heavy machinery with moving mechanical parts, industrial ovens, and mobile equipment. The environment is not climate-controlled, and employees must be able to work in environments that may be extremely hot and humid or cold depending upon the operation and the season. Walking surfaces can be wet, dusty, and uneven. Areas of the building where work must be done have high noise levels, vibration, and/or fumes. Some working areas contain the presence of airborne particles which can irritate the skin or eyes. The manufacturing process involves toxic or caustic chemicals. Employees must wear personal protective equipment, including steel toed shoes, ear protection, eye protection in certain areas, where dust masks, respirators, or head protection are required.

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. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.

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.