Cut To Length Maintenance

SSAB; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SSAB is seeking a maintenance technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment. The role includes diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, often on a team, with a focus on safe, efficient operation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years industrial experience, and basic skills in using tools like cranes, forklifts, and torches.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years industrial experience preferred.
• Associates degree or certificate in mechanical or electrical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, rebuild or replace mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on plant equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to breakdowns in a production environment.
• Operate and maintain equipment for daily operations in the department.
• Follow safety rules and SOPs; collaborate with team to execute tasks.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Good communication

Self-directed

Team player

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Able to work at fast pace

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or certificate in mechanical/electrical field

Tools

Remote overhead crane

Forklift

Hand torch

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position performs required maintenance activities and tasks to keep equipment safe, functional, and efficient by executing preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance actions. Learn and demonstrate competency at maintaining troubleshooting process equipment. Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted. This position will be a mid to second shift position.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS

• Know and follow all safety rules and evacuation routes in the area
• Learn and follow the standard operating procedures and safe operating practices (JSA/SOP) within the department
• This position will perform a variety of maintenance tasks including diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on plant equipment
• Technicians work as part of a team to safely perform preventive maintenance activities as well as answer breakdown calls in a production environment
• Operate and maintain the equipment for daily operations in the department
• React effectively to unplanned events and deal with conflicting demands
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be flexible with overtime and weekend work

QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic mechanical skills and aptitude required
• Previous experience in heavy industry, construction or similar field desirable
• Prior experience operating remote overhead crane, forklift, hand torch desirable
• Minimum of 2 years industrial experience preferred
• Minimum Microsoft Office suite computer skills
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Conscientious with a good attendance record
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Preferred

• Associates degree or certificate in mechanical or electrical field

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb, stand, bend, and to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Subject to working near moving parts of heavy machinery and high voltage equipment where the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
• Capable of working in high noise environment where the use of hearing protection is required
• Capable of working at heights and at high and/or extreme temperatures
• Subject to working in indoor and outdoor environment
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Reach above shoulder level and below waist level

Employees Will Frequently Be Required To

• Sit, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Reach above shoulder level and below waist level
• Use both hands for grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperatures
• Lift and or move up to 50 pounds

The Position Requires The Following Vision And Hearing Capabilities

• Close, distance and peripheral vision
• Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Hearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings

This Employee Will Work In The Following Conditions

• Extreme hot and cold conditions
• Wet and humid conditions
• Amid fumes, dust, dirt and smoke
• In confined areas, high places and around equipment in motion
• Amid noise
• While wearing personal protective / safety equipment to prevent injury from noise and environmental hazards
• Near moving parts of heavy machinery and high voltage equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies and Experience

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
• Basic mechanical skills and aptitude
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Conscientious with a good attendance record
• Adheres to company core values of honesty, fairness, integrity, and trustworthiness
• Able to work well with others and committed to team concept
• Analytical skills
• Display strong attention to detail
• Must be able to work at a fast pace

Preferred

• 3+ years of industrial experience
• Prior experience in heavy industry, construction or similar field
• Prior experience operating remote overhead crane, forklift, hand torch
• The use of hand tools
• Welding experience

POSITION TYPE - WORK HOURS - TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Position is full-time, hourly, and is eligible for overtime
• Position will be Monday through Friday
• Hourly pay rate is $29.76
• No travel is expected for this position

ABOUT US

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB we are proud of our history and leadership in high‑strength steel. But we are also aware that the production of steel is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. That is why we have developed the world’s first fossil‑free steel production and have committed to becoming largely fossil‑free. As part of SSAB you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and pushing for the green transformation of the whole steel industry.

ABOUT THE TEAM

SSAB Americas is responsible for sales of heavy plate in North America and for steel and plate production in Montpelier, USA.