Maintenance Electrician

Zekelman Industries; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Bonus plan

Job summary

Sharon Tube, part of Zekelman Industries, seeks a Maintenance Electrician in Niles, OH to maintain and repair production equipment. The role emphasizes safe, efficient electrical work, adherence to LOTO, and preventive maintenance in a heavy manufacturing setting.

You will read blueprints, diagnose issues, and coordinate with supervisors to minimize downtime while supporting continuous improvement and team operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in maintenance.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical systems and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical maintenance on production equipment while adhering to all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Monitors inventory levels for parts and supplies; places and verifies orders as necessary.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, manuals, and schematics to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Troubleshoots and resolves electrical and mechanical issues, escalating unresolved problems to supervisors.
• Executes breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance tasks, and changeovers to minimize downtime.
• Fabricates replacement parts using standard machine shop tools.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC software

Electrical testing equipment

CMMS (maintenance management system)

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.Come build a career you believe in.About the RoleAs a Maintenance Electrician at Sharon Tube, located in Niles, OH, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. This position directly impacts equipment quality, uptime, and overall production yield. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on problem-solving, thrives in a fast-paced industrial setting, and has a strong aptitude for electrical and mechanical systems.What You’ll DoPerforms electrical maintenance on production equipment while adhering to all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)Ensures guards and safety mechanisms are properly installed and functional before returning equipment to serviceMonitors inventory levels for parts and supplies; places and verifies orders as necessaryUtilizes manual and computerized maintenance management systems to track and report equipment statusReads and interprets blueprints, manuals, and schematics to identify and resolve equipment issuesTroubleshoots and resolves electrical and mechanical issues, escalating unresolved problems to supervisorsExecutes breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance tasks, and changeovers to minimize downtimeObserves and diagnoses issues using mechanical devices and precision instrumentsFabricates replacement parts using standard machine shop toolsMaintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company safety protocolsOperates powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable lifting equipmentSupports continuous improvement efforts and participates in team-based problem solvingComplies with OSHA safety standards, including hazard communication, lockout procedures, and ergonomicsPromotes a safety-first culture and adheres to all company policies and proceduresPerforms additional duties as assigned by the supervisorWho You AreMinimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in maintenanceHigh school diploma or equivalent required; apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent training preferredProficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipmentStrong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical systems and PLCsEffective communicator with basic math skills and the ability to read technical documentationDemonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a high-pressure environmentAbility to pass job-related testing, physical exam, and drug screeningTeam-oriented with a strong work ethic and collaborative mindsetPhysical AbilitiesAbility to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 poundsAbility to stand or walk for extended periods throughout the shiftAbility to bend, twist, stoop, sit, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directionsOther physical demands as required for the positionWhat You’ll GetZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:Competitive CompensationBonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities401(k) with Company MatchComprehensive Health, Dental & Vision InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation & HolidaysEmployee Loyalty AwardsZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.M/F/D/VWe are Zekelman Industries.We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.