Industrial Electrician - Heavy Machinery Maintenance

Gerdau North America

Midlothian (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 86,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Gerdau North America is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep plant equipment and machinery in optimal condition. You will diagnose, dismantle, repair, lubricate, and reassemble diverse systems including pumps, gear boxes, and hydraulic/pneumatic circuits.

Work from drawings and manuals, perform preventative maintenance, and maintain detailed records of work and parts used. The role requires lifting up to 70 lbs, rotating shifts, and strict safety adherence.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
AAS in industrial maintenance or equivalent preferred.
3 to 5 years of heavy industrial mechanical maintenance experience.
Understanding of shop mathematics with drawings, specs, charts and precision instruments.
Experience in an industrial environment with routine maintenance responsibilities.
Advanced knowledge of AC/DC motors, gear boxes, lubrication, welding, NFPA 70E, and common maintenance hand tools.
Intermediate knowledge of pumps, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, stick and tig welding and rigging."

Responsibilities

Install, adjust, repair, and perform maintenance duties from drawings and manuals.
Position, weld, and assemble structural forms, machinery frames, and plant equipment per blueprints.
Troubleshoot and service pumps, gearboxes, motors, cranes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Periodic preventive maintenance checks on shop machinery and mobile equipment.
Maintain records of work performed and materials used.
Operate and maintain safety equipment and follow PPE guidelines.
Train coworkers as needed and communicate with team members.