Maintenance Tech

About the role

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. It focuses on maximizing equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on production equipment while following all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout protocols
• Verify all guards and safety devices are properly installed and functional before returning equipment to operation
• Maintain inventory levels of parts, equipment, and supplies; place orders and verify receipts as needed
• Utilize manual and computerized maintenance management systems to track, inspect, and report equipment status
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment and machinery
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues, escalating concerns when necessary
• Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeover tasks on production equipment
• Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or output issues when unable to resolve independently
• Observe mechanical devices in operation and use precision instruments to diagnose and resolve problems
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company policies and safety regulations
• Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in problem-solving activities
• Promote a culture of health and safety in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical or electrical training preferred
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and interpretation of technical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude with familiarity in electrical systems and PLCs
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and perform basic math calculations
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment
• Ability to pass job-related testing, an employment physical, and a post-offer drug screen

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork skills with a collaborative and results-oriented mindset
• Physical Abilities: Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, stand or walk for extended periods throughout the work shift, bend, twist, stoop, sit, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions as required, perform additional physical demands as necessary to support job duties

Skills

• Electrical maintenance
• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• Diagnose and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues
• Interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics
• Use precision instruments to diagnose and resolve problems
• Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

Wheatland Tube at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package: Competitive Compensation, Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities, 401(k) with Company Match, Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Tuition Assistance Program, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Loyalty Awards, and much more.

Pay

$30.50 / Hour