Heavy Equipment Technician: Troubleshooting & Repairs

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

OmniSource, a subsidiary of Steel Dynamics, Inc., is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to keep trucks and heavy equipment running reliably on site in Ohio. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance and troubleshoot malfunctions to minimize downtime.

The role requires reading schematics and blueprints, welding and fabrication, electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting, and safe operation of maintenance vehicles in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.
• Able to weld with stick and MIG processes.
• Perform basic electrical repairs and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical and mechanical failures.
• Operate maintenance vehicles and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on trucks and heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and repair as needed.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and perform repairs.
• Assist with installation of utilities and equipment.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Schematics interpretation

Hydraulic diagrams

Pneumatic diagrams

Welding & fabrication

Electrical troubleshooting

Tools

Maintenance vehicles operation

Job description

OmniSource, a subsidiary of Steel Dynamics, Inc., is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to keep trucks and heavy equipment running reliably on site in Ohio. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance and troubleshoot malfunctions to minimize downtime.

The role requires reading schematics and blueprints, welding and fabrication, electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting, and safe operation of maintenance vehicles in a fast-paced industrial setting.