Hot Mill Day Electrical Technician

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. in Columbus, MS is seeking a skilled electrical professional to maintain and repair line equipment and support production reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, troubleshooting, and coordinating improvements across shifts to keep mill operations running smoothly. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong electrical knowledge, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple projects from start to finish.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of all electrical devices on the line.
• Identify, design, and implement changes/upgrades to increase productivity or reliability.
• Maintain continuity between shifts and keep workgroup up to date on changes affecting the department and mill operations.
• Coordinate and implement project work.

Skills

Electrical safety

Teamwork

Multitasking

Project coordination

PLC/controls

Electrical troubleshooting

Independent work

PC skills

Teach technicians

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Subsidiary

Steel Dynamics

Overview

Perform electrical and electronic repair and periodic maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of all electrical devices on the line.
• Identify, design, and implement changes/upgrades which will increase the productivity or reliability of the process.
• Maintain continuity between shifts and keep workgroup up to date on changes affecting the department and mill operations.
• Coordinate and implement project work.

Qualifications

• Strong Understanding of the TCOS Program.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry)
• Strong teamwork focus
• Understanding of electrical safety practices.
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments with production needs
• Ability to manage multiple projects from start to finish.
• Understanding of industrial network and communication protocols.
• Understanding of variable frequency drives.
• Strong electrical knowledge of high and low-voltage electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, breakers and power distribution systems, motors, motor control equipment, instrumentation, and PLCs.
• Available any time day or night to take calls and assist with mill issues.
• Ability to teach and develop electrical technicians
• Advanced abilities using PCs and common software and utilities.

Preferred:

• Electrical maintenance experience in an industry setting

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.