Industrial Maintenance Technician – Detroit Equipment

Cleveland-Cliffs; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Detroit, MI seeks a Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain production equipment. You will inspect, diagnose, and replace worn parts, change belts, and perform torch cutting and welding as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year in machine repair, and basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems. We offer a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a machine repair technician.
• 2 year trade school preferred.
• Experience with mobile equipment repair preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including PPE use and site cleanliness.
• Visually inspect and listen to machines to locate malfunctions.
• Change hose assemblies and conveyor belts.
• Remove and replace worn or defective parts of drive mechanisms or hydraulic systems.
• Locate damaged air and hydraulic pipes and install new ones.
• Start machines to test operation after repair.
• Perform cleaning duties related to yard and plant equipment and general housekeeping.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair & maintain all plant and yard equipment and machines.
• Perform torch cutting and welding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma/GED

Trade school (2-year)

Job description

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Detroit, MI seeks a Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain production equipment. You will inspect, diagnose, and replace worn parts, change belts, and perform torch cutting and welding as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year in machine repair, and basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems. We offer a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.